Individuals

Sometimes the thought contacting a counsellor can be very nerve racking

Some people are very nervous and find it difficult to make the first call or send an email

Do not worry

you will get a very warm and caring response from me

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I know by the time people call they are often distressed. I do my best to make the first time you speak to me a comfortable experience.

Once you enter into counselling it becomes a little easier. You maybe a little anxious as the appointment approaches, but once you arrive; my therapy room is a safe welcoming space for you.

Counselling sessions are usually on a weekly basis and last forty five -fifty minutes. I charge £70 for individual sessions.

During our first meeting I will give you space and time, to explain to me what made you decide to make contact. The aim is not to give you advice, but to increase your understanding - and help you explore options you may not have considered, and different ways of coping or resolving your issues.

When I work with clients, I draw on a variety of different approaches that can be adapted to suit each individual's needs..

I find most clients want to achieve a balance between talking about the past and concentrating on the present and future.

I cannot guarantee a 'light bulb' moment ( although they do happen) - but I will try to assist you by making links between all aspects of your story . I will also help you find solutions and stratagies for moving forward.

I can offer you tools and techniques to assist with obtaining the outcome you wish for, or simply help you to understand the way you are feeling and why. At no point will I tell you what you should or shouldn't do... It is your life, your journey - but I am here to help you make it a rewarding and happy life.

Terms of business (counselling contract) are discussed during our initial consultation.

This initial consultation will also last 45/50 minutes and will be charged at the same rate as ongoing counselling appointments.

Take the first step and call me now..... I can help you!

01242 678985 or 07850 277926

Counselling offers you a confidential therapeutic relationship - in a safe environment where you meet regularly, and where the trust and the empathy of the relationship is as important as the theoretical approach

'Jan helped me see that no matter how long and dark the nights were, the sun would always come up.'