The first step is simply reaching out. You can contact me through the form or email on my website, and I’ll get back to you to arrange a short phone or Zoom call. This initial consultation is around 20-30 minutes and gives us both a chance to get a feel for each other - for you to ask any questions and get a sense of what I offer, and for me to understand what you’re looking for.
If it feels like a good fit, we’ll agree on a day and time for your first session and take it from there, at a pace that feels right for you. In the first session we will spend some time discussing the contract and thereafter the sessions are yours.

There’s no set number of sessions, because everyone’s needs are different. Some people come for a short period to work through something specific, others prefer longer-term therapy to go deeper. My approach is to support you for as long as it feels helpful.

A session is basically a protected space that’s just for you. I’ll greet you, we settle in, and you can talk about whatever feels most present for you in that moment - thoughts, feelings, things you’re stuck on, something that’s happened, or even “I don’t know where to start.”

My job is to listen, really understand you, and help you make sense of what’s going on for you. Sometimes we’ll explore patterns, sometimes we’ll gently challenge something, sometimes we’ll connect things that maybe you hadn’t thought about before. You set the pace, there’s no pressure to perform or talk about anything before you’re ready.

Towards the end, I help us wrap up, summarise what’s come up, and help you to feel grounded before the session comes to a close.

Feeling nervous is completely normal, most people feel this way before their first session. A few things that can help:

• You don’t have to prepare anything. Just show up as you are.

• It’s okay to say you feel nervous. It actually helps us slow down and build trust.

• Think of the first session as a conversation, not a test. There’s no right or wrong way to do therapy.

• We’ll go gently. You set the pace, and we can pause at any time.

• Remember: you’re not doing this alone. I’m here to support you through the nerves.

It can feel confusing trying to choose a type of therapy, but you don’t need to have it all worked out before you start. I work in an integrative way, which means I draw from different therapeutic approaches depending on what you need - it’s a flexible style that covers a lot of bases and adapts as we go.

If, as we work together, I feel that a more specialist therapy might support you better, I’ll always be honest about that. I wouldn’t hesitate to discuss it with you and, if it feels right for you too, I can make thoughtful recommendations and point you in the direction of specialists. Your wellbeing is the priority, and we can figure out the best path together.

Yes, online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions. Many people find it easier to open up from the comfort of their own space, and it offers more flexibility and consistency. As long as you have a quiet, private spot and a stable internet connection, online therapy can be a really accessible and meaningful way to work together.

Confidentiality is a core part of therapy, what you share stays between us.

There are some exceptions which we would discuss in the first session - for example, situations where there’s a serious risk of harm to you or someone else, or when I’m legally required to share information (for example, safeguarding concerns). If anything ever did need to be shared, we would talk about it together first whenever possible.