HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?

It really depends on why you’re coming to therapy.

If you want short-term work, we can create a focused treatment plan with clear goals and exercises between sessions. Most short-term plans need at least 6 sessions to be effective (as you’d get on the NHS).

Mid-term work is more flexible. We can follow what’s happening for you, use techniques that suit your needs and interests, and go deeper if you choose. Many people start to feel better with their initial issue and then decide to explore underlying patterns. We’ll review your progress regularly and agree the next chunk of sessions together so you always feel in control.

I also offer longer-term therapy for those who want ongoing space to process life, release, reflect, and make sense of things with consistent support. Some clients also use these sessions as regular check-ins to keep themselves grounded and focused.

WILL I NEED WEEKLY SESSIONS?

For short-term therapy, yes — weekly sessions work best. The same goes for mid-term therapy, though some clients move to fortnightly once they’re feeling more confident using their therapy tools.

Research shows the strength of the client-therapist relationship is key, so having sessions closer together at the start really helps this develop.

Longer-term clients usually begin with at least four weekly sessions, then either continue weekly or shift to fortnightly later on.

I also offer ad-hoc sessions once we’ve built a solid relationship. This works well for people who’ve completed CBT and want occasional check-ins, or for those in longer-term talking therapy who’ve already had 4–6 sessions.

WILL YOU DISCUSS ME WITH ANYONE ELSE?

As a BACP-registered therapist, I’m bound by strict confidentiality and the BACP Code of Conduct. I won’t discuss you with anyone outside of therapy.

I do have regular clinical supervision — this is standard for all qualified therapists and is there to make sure I’m working safely and effectively. Your personal details are never shared, and anything discussed in supervision is also fully confidential.

The only time I may need to break confidentiality is if there is a serious risk of harm to you or to a vulnerable person, such as a child. In those situations, I would seek support from emergency services or crisis teams to keep everyone safe.