Karen's FAQs
Counselling & PMR
HOW MANY SESSIONS DO I NEED?
This is a difficult question to answer as everyone is different. This will depend on many different factors. I normally suggest 6 sessions in the beginning, but I am flexible and will work with each individual client. If you feel ready to finish our sessions before the six weeks is up, then I am happy to finish, but if you feel you need longer than six sessions, we will discuss this and continue with our work together.
HOW WILL I KNOW WHEN I'M READY FOR MY SESSIONS TO END?
This also depends on the individual, but during our sessions we will reflect on the progress you are making and how the counselling has helped you. Once you are ready we will talk through our ending and how you will carry forward the progress you have made.
WILL YOU ADVISE ME ON THE CHANGES I NEED TO MAKE?
No one knows you better than yourself. I will not be advising you on what you need to do, but I will help and support you to make sense of the issues that have been affecting you. We will work together to find new ways of coping and moving forward.
HOW OFTEN ARE THE SESSIONS?
In the beginning, it is beneficial to hold weekly sessions, but over the weeks we could start to extend them if you prefer.
HOW OFTEN DO YOU OFFER PROGRESSIVE MUSCLE RELAXATION (PMR) SESSIONS?
I am happy to work with you and arrange sessions whenever suits you.
WHAT ARE YOUR FEES?
Initial Introductory Call (15 minutes) – Free
Face to Face Counselling Session (50 minutes) - £60
Online/Telephone Counselling session (50 minutes) - £60
Supervision Session - F2F, Online or Telephone (1 Hour) - £60
Payment can be made by bank transfer or via PayPal in advance of session
Qualifications & Training
PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC COUNSELLING
Level 5 Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice
HYPNOTHERAPY AND COUNSELLING SKILLS
Level 3 Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills
PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC COUNSELLING
Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
INFANT LOSS
Foundation for Infant Loss Training
CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE
Cruse Bereavement Care – Foundation Course
SUICIDE TRAINING
Cruse Bereavement Care – The Legacy of Suicide Training
CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE
Cruse Bereavement Care – Working with Children & Young People
SAFEGUARDING
Place2Be – Induction Workshops and Safeguarding Training – 1-Year Placement
IFS Therapy
IFS Therapy training...
Choosing the right therapist is an essential part of therapy and it is important that you find someone you feel comfortable with. I offer an initial free introductory telephone session which gives you the opportunity to meet me, talk through any questions and share your expectations.