About Counselling and Psychotherapy
Beginning Therapy
Starting therapy takes courage. It can feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory. Many people come to therapy during difficult times, uncertain about what to expect or how the process works. You may feel nervous, sceptical or unsure whether therapy is right for you. These feelings are completely normal. Many of my clients have found that their initial uncertainty gives way to a sense of relief once they begin.
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Our first few sessions will focus on getting to know each other and developing a shared understanding of what brings you to therapy. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and get a sense of how I work.
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Therapy is not a quick fix but a process. Change happens gradually and there may be challenging moments along the way. However many people find that the journey, while sometimes difficult, leads to lasting positive change and greater fulfilment in life.
What is Therapy?
As a fully qualified integrative therapist, I provide a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Unlike conversations with friends or family, our relationship is unique and focused entirely on your wellbeing and growth.
Therapy is not about giving advice or telling you what to do. Rather, it's a collaborative process where we work together to understand your experiences more deeply and develop new perspectives and ways of relating to yourself and others.
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How Therapy can Help
People seek therapy for many different reasons. You might be experiencing overwhelming emotions like anxiety, sadness or anger; difficulty in relationships with partners, family or friends; or life transitions such as career changes, becoming a parent or loss. Some clients come because they notice patterns of behaviour that are no longer serving them well, while others are dealing with unresolved issues from their past that continue to affect them in the present. Many simply have a sense that something isn't right, even if they can't quite name it.
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Therapy can help in numerous ways. Often, simply having someone truly listen without judgment can be powerfully healing. Through our conversations, you may gain new insights about yourself, recognising patterns in your thoughts, feelings and behaviours that may be contributing to your difficulties. Many of us haven't had the opportunity to fully process difficult experiences and I will support you by providing the space to work through these emotions.
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As you develop greater self-awareness and understanding, your relationships with others often naturally improve. I have seen this first hand in my practice, with clients transforming their interactions with family members, partners and colleagues.
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While therapy isn't primarily about advice-giving, you may develop new tools for managing difficult emotions and situations. Perhaps most importantly, I’ve had the privilege of watching many of my clients develop a kinder, more accepting relationship with themselves through the therapeutic journey.
