Is Counselling Right for Me?

Some issues I help with

  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Bullying at work
  • Coercive control
  • Depression
  • Divorce & separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Family estrangement
  • Forced marriage
  • Life-threatening illness
  • Loneliness
  • Low self-esteem
  • Managing anger
  • Miscarriage
  • Older & Growing
  • Panic attacks
  • Rape and sexual violence
  • Redundancy
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Work-related stress

According to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, 88 per cent of us would seek counselling for a problem before it gets out of hand. But counselling is not for everyone, so it’s worth taking a little time to find out how it can help before you take the plunge.

What is counselling?

Counselling – also known as therapy or psychotherapy – provides a safe and confidential space where you work through with a counsellor your difficulties and understand yourself better.

 Why would I talk to a stranger?

Telling other people such as friends or family members how we think or feel can sometimes lead them to react negatively towards us. They might dismiss our feelings and fears (‘what do you have to worry about?’). They might judge us. They might not really want to listen. Or they will tell us what to do. Sometimes, we struggle on alone because we don’t want to ‘burden’ them with our problems.

Working with a counsellor removes these risks. You can speak freely, openly, honestly and in complete confidence to your counsellor. She will hear, understand and accept you for who you are. And there are no strings attached in this relationship. Once you end your counselling, you do not need to see your counsellor again unless you choose to do so.

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What can I expect from counselling?

If you decide to try counselling, you might feel nervous about the first session because you don’t know what to expect. Here your counsellor will explain a little about how she works and will discuss a counselling contract with you. This is an agreement between you and your counsellor which sets out what you can expect from her and what she will expect from you. When you have agreed the contract, your counsellor might ask you why you have come to counselling and what you hope to get out of it. Other than this, it will be up to you what you talk about and how you use the time.

It’s important to know that a counsellor is not like a psychiatrist, doctor or a teacher. She won’t tell you what to think, how to feel or what to do. She won’t tell you what to talk about either. You are the expert when it comes to your life, not your counsellor. She will always give you the space and freedom to consider your own choices, make your own decisions and go your own way.

How do I know if I’m ready for counselling?

There’s no way of knowing for sure if you are ready to benefit from counselling. It’s not a quick fix. It can sometimes be painful to bring difficult feelings out in the open. Equally, it can be fascinating to learn more about yourself. To help you reflect on whether you’re ready for counselling, ask yourself if you’re prepared to:

Really engage with counselling?

Commit your time and money to counselling?

Be open and honest about your thoughts and feelings?

Free Initial Counselling Session

Choosing a counsellor who’s right for you can be a baffling and time-consuming process. I try to make things easier by offering a free initial 60-minute no-strings-attached confidential session via Zoom or telephone or in-person if you're not able to work online. This offer is open to both individuals and couples.

This helps you to decide if we’re a good 'fit'. To organise this, either email [email protected] or call 07799761825

What are the fees for counselling?

Having my own therapy room in place of an expensive city centre suite helps me keep costs down and my fees affordable. I charge £40.00 per session for individual counselling and £60.00 for couple counselling. I offer concessionary rates for people in full-time education or those on low incomes.

I am not taking on new clients

Some issues I help with

  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Bullying at work
  • Coercive control
  • Depression
  • Divorce & separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Family estrangement
  • Forced marriage
  • Life-threatening illness
  • Miscarriage

 

  • Loneliness
  • Low self-esteem
  • Managing anger
  • Older & Growing
  • Panic attacks
  • Rape and sexual violence
  • Redundancy
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Work-related stress