The initial session offers the opportunity to share what has brought you to counselling. Whatever the issues may be, you will be treated with respect, warmth, honesty and without judgement. What you say is kept in strict confidence, subject to certain exceptions which will be outlined in your first visit.
We will discuss your goals for therapy and agree on a way of working that suits you. We will explore together the most comfortable and appropriate way for you to express yourself. For some people this will be through talking. For others the use of creative media, such as drawing, collage and sand tray work, can help them explore and express their particular situation.
We will decide whether to work together under contract for a limited period or on an open ended basis, subject to regular reviews.
During further sessions, we will focus on understanding what is happening in your life and in particular the presenting issues. Exploring the origins of your difficulties will develop your confidence and strategies to make different choices and affect change.