Why counselling?

Counselling offers an opportunity to explore thoughts, feelings and concerns that are important to you in a safe, confidential setting. It offers you an opportunity to work towards living in a more satisfying and resourceful way by enabling you to let go of unhelpful ways of being. It can support you in coming to terms with accepting anything that cannot be changed. Counselling can empower you to find your own sources of insight, which allows you to be more conscious of who you are.

How long does counselling last?

Counselling varies depending on an individuals needs and this is something that is discussed during the first session.  Some people find that one or two counselling sessions are sufficient to provide support and stability during an acute crisis.  Where there are issues related to historic childhood trauma, long-term counselling over several years may be required.  Most commonly, where there is a clear focus for change, counselling is finished within 6 -12 sessions. Sessions are usually 50 minutes long and attended on a week to fortnightly basis. Couples may choose to have an extended session of up to 90 minutes on a fortnightly basis.

Who is counselling for?

People come to counselling for a wide range of issues including:
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Divorce/separation
  • Stress
  • Work
  • Bereavement
  • Relationships
  • Self-esteem
  • Health
  • Eating distress
  • Abuse
... as well as simply seeking personal development.