What To Expect!

You can expect to be warmly welcomed and met by your therapist on your entry to the building. Most people don’t know what to expect on the first session which can cause anxiety; your therapist will know this and will do her best to put you at ease.

During your first session your therapist will take some general personal details such as name, address, your GP details and any medication you may be taking. Only relevant and appropriate information will be taken in order that the best possible help is given to you.

More specific details may be required about you and about your presenting problem. This may be quite detailed in the case of psychosexual therapy where it is necessary to take a full history assessment. Again this is to ensure you get an appropriate level of care and to help you and your therapist; to sensitively explore the root cause of the problem.

Expect to be heard, listened to and respected; our therapists are genuine caring people. They have an interest in you as a person and consideration for your problem worries and concerns. All the therapists have been selected with care to offer a fully rounded service. Although the therapists have common interests each therapist has something different to offer.

After your initial assessment and first session you and the therapist will make a contract for the counselling work. If you or your therapist feel that another therapist in the centre is more able to meet your needs; you can if you wish change without undergoing further assessment. The exception to this is psychosexual therapy where a more detailed assessment is made.