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What does it cost?

Because people are often unsure what to expect I now offer a FREE first 1-hour consultation.

All subsequent appointments are at £40 per hour.

If you are seeking relationship counselling and think it’s expensive, bear in mind that according to the BBC’s Money Programme:

“The average cost of ending a marriage through the British courts is about £13,000 per divorce”.

And this doesn’t consider the impact on housing, children, employment, pensions, etc.

It’s not unusual for solicitors to charge £500+ per hour!

How do I pay?

I accept cash, cheque with a guarantee card, or credit card or debit card via a secure online transaction—see the Welcome page to make an online payment.

How often will I need to see the counsellor?

Counselling is generally weekly but if you want extra sessions to crack a tough problem or want to space sessions out due to budget constraints, you’ll find I am very flexible.

Can I be counseled at home or at the office?

Yes. If I travel to your home or office I charge for my travel time at £40 per hour. It is necessary to provide a room which is comfortable and without distraction.

Are you qualified?

Yes.

I have completed relationship counselling training with Relate  and been awarded the qualification “Relate Certified Counsellor”.

I have been awarded the “RSA Certificate in Counselling Skills in the Development of Learning”.

Is your service confidential?

Yes. I operate within the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy Code of Practice.

Can I come on my own?

Yes.

We are not married. Are we eligible?

Yes.

We are gay. Can we come?

Yes.

Can I bring my child?

Regrettably, No.

I do not offer counselling to children, nor do I offer Family Counselling.

Do you offer Sex Therapy? (PST)

No.

However, in my experience it is usual to have a period of counselling to resolve any relationship issues before PST can commence. This I can do and, when counselling is nearing an end, I can arrange a referral to a qualified Psycho Sexual Therapist.

When can I come for counselling?

Counselling sessions are available at various times throughout the day and evenings until 9.00 p.m. Typically sessions are for one hour once a week but I can vary this to meet your needs, if required, for shift patterns or if you want counselling more than once a week.

I work shifts—can you accommodate this?

Yes, I can be flexible on your appointment times, subject to availability.

Is there a long waiting list?

If you are reasonably flexible I can generally give you an appointment within one working day.

My partner is violent/abusive to me. Can you help?

I do work with couples and individuals where violence is a feature of the relationship but only where I am confident that no one will be placed at risk by doing so. If your partner is the violent person, I suggest you consider coming on your own for counselling which can be arranged confidentially.

Is it too late for my relationship?

Only you can make this decision. However if you both want to work together it demonstrates that it may be possible for you to develop or reform a relationship. If your partner will not come with you, you can come on your own to work through your own emotions and make the right decisions for you.

How long does counselling take?

This depends on your situation. For some clients 1-2 sessions can be sufficient. However, I usually suggest that, if counselling continues for 6 sessions, we review the situation to check that you are happy that we are making progress towards your objectives.

My responsibility as a counsellor is to draw counselling to a close as soon as you are happy to do so.

What happens when I come?

In the initial session I will take some background information, discuss your issues with you and what you want to achieve. If time allows counselling will start at that session.

If you decide you want to start ongoing counselling I will then arrange dates with you.

Do you have a professional association?

Yes.

The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) is the largest association for counselling and psychotherapy in the UK. As an Associate Member of BACP I am bound by its Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy and subject to its Professional Conduct Procedure.