What to Expect

                                                                             

Hello 

 

It's completely normal to question if counselling is right for you.

It can feel like a big step. How does it work? What do I say?  What if I say the wrong thing? Many people, including myself  have felt the same.

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You might have thought,  "just push through" or "try harder" or "get a grip" .or  "I don't have time". 

You might believe , "others have it worse", or you are "selfish", or you "should just get over it ".

You might get to a point where your usual way of coping, just don't work anymore.  

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​Speaking with someone with therapeutic skills and depth of knowledge, who can compassionately support you to navigate difficulties, may be exactly what is needed.

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I used to be sceptical of talking therapy. How could sitting and talking lead to meaningful change? 

I wanted someone to give me the answers and tell me what to do.

I worried by going to counselling, there was something 'wrong' with me, and the counsellor would confirm it. This has never happened.

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When I saw a Person-Centred counsellor, I felt seen and heard. I found deep value in being supported by an empathic listener, 

I was able to openly share my concerns, deepest fears-  at my pace.

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My work as a Person Centred Counsellor embodies the principles developed by Carl Rogers; American Psychologist, founder of the Person-Centred Approach. ​He believed, a therapeutic environment, grounded in empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard gives us capacity to accept ourselves fully, leading to growth and healing. 

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I warmly invite you, to arrange an initial call with me, to chat about about what you need, to get a sense of who I am, and if this feels right for you.

 

Rogers' also recognised, 'a person is the expert on themselves'  

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I absolutely trust, you know what is right for you too. 

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