How do I get in touch with you?
Your first contact with me may be by telephone. Usually a receptionist will answer and arrange a first appointment time and date. If you get an answer-phone, do not be put off by this - I will telephone you if you leave your name and number.
How soon can you see me?
I can see you within a week, and sooner if you can come during the day. I am available days and evenings.
What happens at the first appointment?
The first appointment will be an opportunity to discuss whether continued counselling would be appropriate to your needs and therefore it is without obligation on either side. Practical considerations such as time, place, cost and duration of meetings will be decided, and you should feel free to ask questions about my professional background.
How confidential is the service?
Respecting client confidentiality is a fundamental requirement for keeping trust. All that takes place between us is treated with respect and discretion and agreement is usually made during this first session about confidentiality. If exceptional circumstances arise, your consent will be sought for a change in this agreement.
How long does treatment take and can I stop when I want?
By the end of the first appointment, you should be able to decide if you wish to work with me. There is no need to commit yourself to a long-term contract unless you are satisfied that this is what you want. We will arrange a regular review of sessions to evaluate your progress and perhaps renegotiate the contract.
EMDR can be brief focused treatment or part of a longer psychotherapy programme according to the range and depth of the trauma experiences. I will obtain a careful, detailed client history to assess the suitability of clients for EMDR treatment and to negotiate an appropriate time frame for treatment. EMDR sessions can be for 60 to 90 minutes.
Person-Centred Therapy can vary from a few sessions to more extended work depending on client need. Individual sessions usually last one hour and are held weekly.
How much does the therapy cost?
This is dependent on each client’s particular needs. Please contact me to discuss.
39 Manor Place
Edinburgh
EH3 7EB
T: 0131 225 2012
M: 07962 622 805