Depressed, Anxious?
Out of character emotions?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Counselling
What happens after I contact you?
I will arrange a free 20 minute informal chat with you by MS Teams or phone. This allows me to get an understanding of your issues and for you to get a feel as to whether I would be someone you could work with.
After the call I send out a counselling agreement via email for you to read, sign and return. At this point we can look at dates for an initial session.
What can I expect from a first counselling session?
The first session is an opportunity for introductions and to go through the counselling agreement to ensure you fully understand it and for me to answer any questions you might have. This includes client confidentiality, boundaries and cancellation policies.
I will then carry out an assessment with you of your current challenges, your background and goals for therapy.
The session is an opportunity for you to get a sense of whether I am the right fit for you and to begin telling your story.
How many sessions will I need?
Counselling can be short or long term dependent upon the challenges you are facing. Short term can look like 6-12 weekly sessions and long term can be 20 sessions and above.
Regular reviews are carried out to make sure a client is happy with the way therapy is going and is an opportunity for client feedback. This helps to keep the sessions focused on the most pressing issues.
How often should I attend sessions?
Attendance on a weekly basis is most beneficial in the early stages of counselling. A seven day break between sessions allows a client to process and reflect.
There is no expectation to have weekly sessions. Clients are free to book in bi-weekly and ad-hoc.
Getting in touch
For a 20 minute free consultation, please fill out your name, email address and phone number along with a short message about how I might be able to help you.
Or you can call / text me on 07459 240 165. Please leave a voicemail with your name, phone number and how I may be able to help. I will reply to you within 24-48 hours of receiving your call or text during working hours.
This page was written by John Robey, Accredited Registrant MNCPS. Counsellor offering therapy in Warwick, Leamington Spa & South Warwickshire.