What to Expect

Coming for counselling can feel daunting, especially if it is your first time. My aim is to make the process as straightforward and comfortable as possible. Every session offers a safe space to talk openly, without judgement, pressure, or expectation, and to begin understanding what is really going on beneath the surface.

Your First Session

When you first make contact, we will arrange a first counselling session, either face to face or online. This is a full counselling session and the usual session fee applies.

In this first session, we will begin by exploring what brings you to counselling, what you hope may change, and whether working together seems appropriate and helpful. There is no obligation to continue after the first session; you are free to take time to decide.

If we agree to continue, we will discuss practical details such as session times, online or in-person format, and frequency of meetings.

During Sessions

Each session lasts one hour. I will listen carefully and help you reflect on the situations, thoughts, and feelings that are shaping your experience. Sometimes this may involve looking at past events; sometimes it focuses on current challenges or decisions.

The pace of the work will be handled carefully, and we will give attention to what feels most important for you to bring. Some people prefer structured exploration; others need space to talk things through more freely. My role is to support, guide, and, where appropriate, gently challenge, always with respect for your faith, values, and boundaries.

Faith and Counselling

Grace and Faith Counselling is founded on Christian principles, but faith is never imposed.

You do not need to be a Christian to come for counselling here. For those who do share faith, prayer and Scripture can be integrated naturally when appropriate.

Whatever your beliefs, you will be met with honesty, compassion, and professional care.

My counselling approach is shaped by what I describe as An Emmaus Way of Counselling. This means I seek to walk alongside clients with care, patience, and honesty, trusting that Christ is present and at work. My role is not to force change or impose answers, but to listen carefully, understand faithfully, discern what may be coming into the light, and help clients consider their own responsible response before God.

You can read more about An Emmaus Way of Counselling here.

Confidentiality and Boundaries

Everything shared in counselling is treated with strict confidentiality. The only exceptions are when there is a serious risk of harm to yourself or others, or where required by law. These boundaries are in place to protect everyone involved and ensure that the counselling relationship remains safe and trustworthy.

How Long Counselling Lasts

Some clients come for a few sessions to address a specific issue. Others prefer to work over a longer period to explore deeper patterns or ongoing challenges.

You are always free to decide how long you wish to continue and when to finish.

If you would like to arrange a first counselling session, please visit the Booking Appointment page for details.