What is Counselling?
Counselling offers you the opportunity to pause, reflect and talk openly about your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and it isn’t always easy to share what you’re going through with family or friends. Having someone impartial who will truly listen, without judgement or expectation, can help you make sense of difficult emotions, gain new perspectives and feel less alone.
Our sessions provide dedicated time for you to explore whatever is troubling you, at a pace that feels comfortable. Together, we will work to understand the challenges you are facing, recognise your strengths and develop healthier ways of coping.
Will what we discuss be confidential?
Yes. Everything you share during our counselling sessions is treated with respect and kept confidential. Creating a safe, trusting and supportive environment is essential, allowing you to talk openly without fear of judgement.
As a BACP Accredited Counsellor, I work within the BACP Ethical Framework, which includes clear guidelines around confidentiality. This means I will not share information about you with your family, employer, GP or anyone else without your knowledge and consent.
There are, however, a small number of exceptional circumstances where I have a legal and ethical duty to share information. These include situations where there is a serious risk of harm to you or someone else, concerns about the safety or welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, or where disclosure is required by law.
If a situation like this were to arise, I would always aim to discuss it with you first wherever possible, so that we can decide together on the most appropriate way forward. My priority is to support you while ensuring everyone’s safety.
How do I book an appointment, and how soon can I start?
Getting started is simple. You can contact me by telephone, email or via the enquiry form on my website. I’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have and discuss what has brought you to counselling.
If you decide you’d like to book an appointment, we’ll arrange an initial session at a time that works for both of us. Depending on my availability, I can often offer an appointment within a few days.
The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. We’ll explore what has brought you to counselling, discuss what you hope to gain from therapy and decide together whether I’m the right counsellor for you.
If we both feel we’re a good fit, we’ll agree on a regular day and time for future sessions, creating a consistent and supportive space for your therapeutic journey.
How many sessions will I need, and how often will we meet?
Counselling is a personal journey, so there is no set number of sessions that is right for everyone.
Sessions are usually held once a week, providing regular time to reflect, process your experiences and build momentum between appointments.
Some people benefit from short-term counselling to work through a specific issue, while others choose longer-term therapy to explore deeper or more complex difficulties.
I usually recommend starting with six sessions, with a review after the fifth session. This gives us the opportunity to reflect on your progress and decide together whether you would benefit from further sessions. Ultimately, you are always in control of your therapy, and we will work at a pace that feels right for you.
How much does counselling cost?
- Individual counselling (60 minutes): £70
- Student counsellors (60 minutes): £60
- Couples counselling (90 minutes): £100
- Clinical supervision (60 minutes): £70
I am a recognised provider for:
- Practitioner Network
- WPA (Provider Number: 920637498)
- Workplace Options
- Simplyhealth
I also reserve a small number of reduced-fee appointments for people experiencing financial hardship. If cost is a concern, please feel free to get in touch to discuss whether a concessionary space is available.
How do I pay?
Payment for your first session can be made by cash or bank transfer (BACS). Subsequent sessions may also be paid by cash or BACS, with payment due either at the beginning or end of each appointment.
If you need to cancel or rearrange a session, I ask for at least 24 hours’ notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged at the full session fee.
Where is your practice?
My counselling practice is based in Byfleet, Surrey, with free on-street parking available nearby.
The practice is conveniently located for clients travelling from Woking, Weybridge, Cobham, Addlestone, New Haw, Chertsey and West Byfleet, and is approximately a 15-minute walk from Byfleet & New Haw railway station.
