confidentiality
Everything discussed in therapy is kept in the strictest confidence. However, I am required to discuss my work with a supervisor on a regular basis. My supervisor is bound by the same code of ethics as I am. The only exceptions to confidentiality are if I am obliged by law to disclose any information or if I deem your life and safety, or the life and safety of another individual to be at risk. All notes taken and information shared with me, including emails, will be stored securely and destroyed within a prescribed time in accordance with GDPR.
sessions
Sessions are 50 minutes and are on the same day and at the same time each week. The whole session time belongs to you whether or not you choose to attend. I am happy to try to change the time of a session under certain circumstances but I cannot guarantee an alternative session. Missed sessions are charged.
fees and holidays
My fee is between £50.00 and £70.00 per session.
We will agree this at the outset of our work. All sessions are paid for unless you have already planned to be away at the start of our work and you inform me of this at that time. We will agree to annual summer holidays. I will do my best to give you ample notice for my own breaks and commit to between 40 and 45 sessions per year. I invoice at the end of the month.
duration
My work is open-ended and the duration is guided by you. You may end whenever you choose but it is helpful to discuss your reasons for doing so with me. This, even if difficult, is an important part of the therapeutic work and avoids abrupt endings which can leave you with painful feelings.
A safe place to talk
Counselling at The Oaks