Find Some Answer'sFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Find Some Answer'sFAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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In therapy, we'll work collaboratively to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
I’m not as interested in knowing what's ‘wrong’ with you — as I am in taking the time to learn more about what happened to you and where you are hurting. Where you want to become unstuck and where in your life you want to progress.
Therapy is an amazing relationship for finding out more about you.
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Therapy is a really different type of relationship that encourages you to be at the forefront. Although therapy is a lot about you and very little about me, it may feel very one sided.
However, we are here to gain insight and awareness as to why you are suffering so you can choose not to suffer.
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Therapy can be beneficial for anyone looking to gain insight, overcome difficulties, or enhance their personal growth.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with emotions, or facing life transitions, therapy can provide valuable insight.
We regularly assess your progress and discuss any changes or developments in your thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
Your feedback is invaluable in informing our work together and we will adjust our approach as needed to ensure you are getting what you need from therapy.
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Absolutely, book your free intro session and let’s see how we can work together.
Don't forget, I offer Single Session Therapy if you have something really specific to bring to therapy.
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Throughout therapy you may start to notice a decrease in symptoms of anxiety as we increase your awareness. Because healing starts with insight and awareness.
Please see the page about anxiety for more information.
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This depends on how you would like to work with me. I offer a half day ‘inner insight’ along with Single Session Therapy and standard 1:1 therapy which it typically weekly.
Please see the service pages for more information.
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Yes, confidentiality is a fundamental aspect of therapy. Your privacy is of the strictest importance.
However, there are legal and ethical exceptions to confidentiality, such as situations involving imminent risk of harm to yourself or others and mandatory reporting of child abuse. If matters of this nature should arise, we will discuss and formulate a plan going forward.
Further to this, if you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, it's important to seek immediate help. You can contact emergency services or a crisis hotline for support such as the Samaritans. Please see the crisis information page here.
Additionally. I'm available to discuss urgent concerns during our scheduled sessions and we can develop a plan to address any immediate needs.
I adhere to the BACP guidelines on confidentiality and record keeping.
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Certifications, credentials and everything else related to professional practice can be seen here: Professional Standards
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Non-recent abuse, also known as historical abuse, refers to incidents of neglect, physical, sexual or emotional abuse that took place in the past. This could have happened many years ago, often during childhood. The term is used when there is a significant delay between the abuse happening and the victim disclosing it or seeking help.
Trauma is a response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope, causes feelings of helplessness, diminishes their sense of self and their ability to feel a full range of emotions and experiences.
It’s important to understand that not everyone who experiences abuse or trauma is aware of its impact on their lives. The mind sometimes uses defence mechanisms like repression or dissociation to protect itself from painful memories, which can make it difficult for individuals to connect their current struggles with past abuse or trauma.
If you’re experiencing symptoms such as unexplained anxiety, depression, difficulty forming relationships, or other emotional challenges, it could be related to non-recent abuse or trauma. A depth therapy can provide a safe space for you to explore these possibilities for healing and recovery.
Please see What is 'Non-Recent' Abuse and Trauma
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Unresolved historical difficulties refer to past experiences or events that continue to cause distress or problems in your present life. These could be traumatic events, conflicts, losses, or any other significant experiences that you haven’t fully processed or come to terms with.
These unresolved issues can manifest in various ways, such as recurring thoughts about the past, feelings of guilt or regret, anxiety, depression, or difficulties in relationships. They might also influence your behaviours and decisions, often without you being consciously aware of it.
It’s like carrying a heavy backpack from the past that weighs you down in your present journey. You might not always see the backpack, but its weight affects your pace, direction, and how tired you feel.
It’s important to remember that it’s okay to seek help in unpacking this ‘backpack’. I am trained to help you explore these historical difficulties in a safe and supportive environment, understand their impact on your life. This process can lead to healing, personal growth, and improved quality of life.
Please see What are Unresolved Historical Psychological Difficulties