Frequently Asked Questions
I understand that reaching out for therapy can be daunting and so I have put together some of the most commonly asked questions to help you get a feel for what to expect. If there is anything else that you would to ask me, I would love to hear from you - you can email me or send a message via my contact page.
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How much will it cost?
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Online session - £50
Face to face session - £55
​Initial session (reduced rate) - £40.
Initial call - FREE
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For counselling to be most effective, we usually begin with weekly or fortnightly sessions - we can work more flexibly over time.
If weekly or fortnightly sessions are difficult due to financial or personal commitments, we can explore what pattern might work best.​​​
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You can book a session here.​
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Fees are payable in advance
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You can read more about how I help women here and how I help mums here.
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Do you offer any reduced cost counselling sessions?
I understand that personal circumstances can sometimes make counselling hard to access.
To support this, I offer a limited number of reduced-rate online sessions (£40 p/h) for unpaid mothers or those on maternity leave who may find payment of my standard fees challenging.
I offer a reduced rate for students.
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You can read more about how I help mums here.
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When/Where are sessions ?
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Counselling from a beautiful hut in woodland in Hadlow Down which you can read about here.​
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Counselling from a rustic converted barn in Upper Stoneham (nr Lewes/Uckfield /Ringmer) - which you can read about here.
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Walk and Talk on Ashdown Forest which you can read about here
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Maps can be found here.​
I offer both daytime & evening appointments (Mon, Tues, Wed).​​​​
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Do i need counselling?
People come to counselling for many different reasons. Some of the most common include:
1. Emotional distress/ mental health symptoms (for example anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem)
2. Relationship or interpersonal difficulties (for example work related issues, family conflicts or relationship difficulties)
3.Life transitions (becoming a parent, experiencing loss, navigating menopause, life changes)
4.Personal growth and understanding (Wanting to understand yourself better, explore meaning and purpose, or create space for reflection).
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And for some people, it’s none of these — they simply want time for themselves and a space to talk with someone who will listen without judgement.
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I believe there is a power in putting your experiences into words with someone who will listen with compassion and help you to find clarity, perspective and find a path forward that feels right for you.
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You can read more about the areas I support women with here, how I support mums here and what to expect in sessions here.
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How long will I need to see a counsellor for?
There’s no set number of sessions — everyone’s needs are different.
Some people work with me for a short period (around 4 - 6 sessions) while others choose to work together for longer.
You're welcome to book a block of sessions and then take a break. ​
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For counselling to have a positive outcome, it does require a certain amount of commitment, particularly at the start of our time together - I therefore ask that clients commit to weekly / fortnightly sessions, where possible. We can then review the frequency together as we go.
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You can read more about the areas I support women with here, how I support mums here and what to expect here.
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When do you recommend specialist support?
There are some situations where another service or therapist may be better placed to support you. These include:
1. Anyone under18
2. Couples therapy
3. Current alcohol or substance misuse, or other addictions
4. Recent psychiatric or psychological diagnoses such as schizophrenia, psychosis, or paranoia
5. A long-term history of involvement with mental health services
6. Family therapy​ needs
7. Disordered eating
8. Active suicidal thoughts or crisis within the last six months
If it becomes clear that specialist support would be more helpful, I will always discuss this with you sensitively. I’m also happy to guide you towards appropriate services so you can access the support that is right for you.​
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What happens if I cancel?
If you need to cancel a session, please send me an email or text me as soon as you can.
To keep your regular appointment time reserved, sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice (or missed entirely) will still need to be paid for in full.
I'll always try to find an alternative session for you that week if possible, subject to availability.
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You can email me here to cancel a session.
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Do you use social media?
I use social media as part of my practice.
You can like or comment on my posts, these are public profiles which can be seen by anyone who visits these pages.
To maintain confidentiality and ensure professional boundaries are maintained, I do not engage in direct messaging with clients via social media - the best way to contact me will always be to send an email
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I am happy to discuss this further if required.
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What are your qualifications?
​​I am a fully qualified person - centred and experiential counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). As a member of BACP, I adhere to their ethical framework for good practice.
I hold a degree in law and criminology and a counselling diploma. I am working towards BACP accreditation (expected in 2026).
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I also work as a Counsellor and Support Group Facilitator at Release Counselling for Women in Brighton and have supported women across East Sussex for a number of years.
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I regularly undertake continued personal development and recent examples include training on ecotherapy and breathwork for self-regulation.
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Where can I get urgent help?
I work part- time (Mon-Weds) and I am not able to provide a crisis intervention.
If you feel that you need urgent help, please contact your GP or you can call 111 and select the mental health option / ask to speak to someone from the crisis team
Other support services include:
The Samaritans (Brighton and Hove)
01273 772277 / 08457 90 90 90
03005 000101 ​​
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HopelineUK: 0800 0684141
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Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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For all other support with mental health please visit www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/your-mental-health which has numerous contact details for protecting your mental health
Next steps...
Connection call
I offer a FREE 15 - 20 MINUTE CONNECTION CALL
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We can have a brief, informal chat — online or by phone — to explore whether working together feels like the right fit for you. This isn’t a therapy session, it is just an opportunity to ask questions and get a feel for how I work.
​Book your connection call HERE
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You’re welcome to explore the rest of my website, where you’ll find more about me, what to expect, online therapy, outdoor therapy and in-person counselling.
Connection Session
After the initial call, you can either book a Connection Session with me or you can go away and take some time to think things over.
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During this first Connection Session, I will be interested to hear your reasons for seeking counselling, what you are looking for and what your hopes are for any sessions we have together. If you have had therapy before, you might also want to talk about what worked and what didn't work for you. Again, you will have the opportunity to ask me any questions. I will also need to ask you some basic questions about your circumstances and we will cover practical things such as confidentiality and its limits in more detail.
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Finally, I want to add that I know how daunting it can feel to reach out for counselling, particularly the sense of not knowing where to start or what to expect, but if you are reading this, remember that you have already taken the first step ... and also know that I will offer you a safe, warm and welcoming space for whatever it is that you bring.
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You can book an initial call or initial session here.