Frequently Asked Questions

Counselling is a process and the therapeutic relationship between counsellor and client is integral to the journey. At KGF you are made to feel welcome and comfortable so that you feel able to share your issues in a non-judgemental environment. We will work together your session will be facilitated to help you explore triggers and possible (root) causes so that you can begin to untangle the issue and raise your self-awareness. By doing the inner work you progress towards your authenticity and gain self-esteem and self-confidence as part of the therapeutic process.

You are invited to keep an open mind during the therapeutic process as you are gently guided in your path of exploration by working on unlocking issues that may be causing upset or distress. Eventually, as you become more aligned with your authentic ‘self’ you will see you are guiding yourself autonomously on your own path. Without the psychological disturbance causing issues such as anxiety, trauma or family dynamic issues.

I have experienced how it can feel to live in angst, now I aim to incorporate both personal and my professional knowledge to help you find that balance and wellbeing. My aim is to help you with your process to become less overwhelmed and as long as action is taken you can free yourself from the never-ending cycle of misery, anxiety, trauma, stress, depression. The path to freedom is facing the truth and walking through your issues by talking them through in counselling, removing the layers to reach the root cause of the disturbance. I will work with you by applying proven psychological therapies to help you reach your aim.

Payment is made in advance of the session by bank transfer. Please contact me regarding fees.

Counselling sessions are offered short-term and long-term.

Short-term sessions are between 6-12 sessions. Long term is open-ended depending on your requirements. The appropriate length of sessions for your treatment plan are discussed at consultation. Sessions take place once a week for 50 minutes on the same day and time for consistency as part of the process.

Notice of cancellation of appointment is to be provided within 48 hours. Please let me know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend a session to avoid a late notice charge.

The GDPR replaced the 1998 Data Protection Act, this ensures that your private, personal confidential data is kept securely and maintained in a way that you have agreed too. Data may include your name, address or specific medical condition. This will also cover any notes that I may make however notes will only be made if you agree to me making notes in the session which will then be kept in a locked cabinet. GDPR protects your rights as a consumer of a service that may involve your identifiable data.

Records will be kept for up to 6 years as advised by the Insurer’s, in the event of a claim the Statute of Limitations apply. Beyond this time records will be destroyed by confidential shredding. The actions of law prescribe period of limitation of up to 6 years for certain actions.

The ethics of my practice is reviewed by my supervisor who provides another layer of expertise that informs my work. That being said, client confidentiality is of the utmost importance and personal details are not shared in Supervision, client anonymity is respected. I abide by the ethical framework of my membership bodies which ensures both I, the counsellor and the client are safeguarded and that my practice is deemed ethical, impartial and confidential. I respectfully appreciate all faiths and cultures and am experienced in working with clients from all backgrounds. Differences and diversity is an inclusive aspect of my practice. The client’s therapeutic journey is respected in that if they wish to explore faith and spirituality as part of their process. Continued professional development (CPD) adhered to in line with counselling membership bodies requirements and to further enhance my knowledge and remain equipped with mental health strategies.

Although it is valuable to have friends and family to talk too, a counsellor is impartial, a stranger to your history and interested in helping you maintain healthy mental health. Friends and family can have their own concerns and only be able to help so much and so unable to provide impartial guidance. A counsellor’s concern is your therapeutic wellbeing and I have skills and techniques to apply during the therapeutic process to help you on your way to better mental health. Counsellors are specially trained to handle other’s distress and thus it does not become a burden. Friendships or family members history with you or with the presenting issue can be influential in not being non-judgemental or providing impartial guidance. In counselling you will experience a non-judgemental environment with empathy and genuine professional help.

Each individual’s blueprint is unique, by using professional therapeutic techniques and models I can appreciate your struggles and have the skills to be able to help you on your road to recovery towards balanced wellbeing. Not having gone through exactly what you may have or are does not mean I would not know how to help. My training and skills allow me to work with you, I will be open-minded and importantly I will not be providing ‘advice’ or ‘telling you what to do’. The therapeutic relationship ultimately will enable you to eventually seek your path in an autonomous way. The client normally always knows what they want – they may just need some help during the process to help think clearly or getting through the presenting issue. I may be the mental health professional, though you the client is the expert on yourself. So, we work together therapeutically to help you along your process.

Counselling sessions are offered short-term and long-term. Short-term sessions are between 6-12 sessions. Long term is open-ended depending on your requirements. The appropriate length of sessions for your treatment plan are discussed at consultation. We will have periodic reviews to ascertain how you are finding counselling and the process and answer any questions or concerns. You will have the opportunity to raise any questions about length of sessions once counselling commences if your circumstances change.

I am insured to work with clients from overseas and offer Telehealth. If you feel called to work with me, please contact me to discuss further.