I am a psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist. In this type of counselling we work together to explore and understand your difficulties through a series of regular and reliable sessions. You would have the space to talk about whatever feels most urgent. As you talk and I listen, we would pay particular attention to the way your past experiences have affected you in the present and think about how you relate to yourself and others. This way of talking to another person may feel strange at first but over time it usually becomes easier. I would not give you advice but instead help you reach a better understanding of yourself so that you might find different ways of coping with life.
Starting therapy
Once you make contact, we will arrange a meeting to give us an opportunity to explore your needs and expectations and whether psychodynamic psychotherapy might be useful to you. This meeting would last between 60-90 minutes. After reflection, if we decide to work together I will offer you a regular 50 minute appointment at the same time on the same day each week. If, however, you or I feel I am not the right therapist for you I will refer you to someone who might be. The relationship with your therapist is the most important aspect of any therapy.
Confidentiality
The therapeutic relationship is unlike any other and you may find yourself telling me things that you have never told another person. Everything you tell me – in person, per email or over the phone - will remain confidential. If I were to consult with a senior colleague your confidentiality would be maintained at all times.