Frequently asked questions

Where are you based  ? I  work from Canning Street , L8 7NN or more centrally on Saturdays  from 9 Slater Street , L1 4BW - parking support provided. This is half way up/down  Bold Street .

How long are the sessions? They typically last 60 minutes. Some people prefer 90 minutes (for an increased fee). 

How much will each session cost me? The cost is £70 per session. 

Do you work with young people? Yes, I can work with young people aged 16 + on Saturdays from the Slater Street Venue.

However, I  do offer a limited number of low-cost sessions available for  young people, students, unemployed clients and low-income clients.

We can discuss the subject during the initial consultation so don't be afraid to ask.  

Do you offer a block booking discount? Yes , again this can be negotiated at the initial consultation.

How frequent will sessions be? You may wish to meet once weekly or twice weekly; the choice is yours.

What if I need to change my appointment? I will do my best to accommodate any changes to your appointments with notice.

What is the cancellation policy? I  do ask for a 24-hour notice to cancel or change an appointment. This helps me effectively maintain

my schedule and honour other commitments. If you do not show, I will assume you no longer want therapy.

How do I pay? I accept BACS transfers and cash. After booking, I will provide you with bank details.

Can you guarantee me confidentiality? Absolutely, confidentiality is the cornerstone of talking therapy. Confidentiality standards are

designed to safeguard your privacy and personal information. There are limits to confidentiality in the event of a safeguarding concern. I will

explain this matter during our initial consultation. 

Are the sessions held online or in person? I can offer telephone, online, and in-room sessions. 

Have you registered with any professional bodies? Yes, I am registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society's (NCPS).

My membership number is NCS22-01033.

Are you DBS registered? Yes, I am registered for the DBS online update service. My registration number is 001772023502.

For urgent help, please reach out to one of the following services.

 Call: 116 123
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Text “SHOUT” to 85258

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