Can I Afford Counselling?

I see young people from teenage onwards if they are open to the idea of counselling.  One of the challenges of working with teenagers is that sometimes they can feel as if they are being 'sent' for counselling rather than choosing it for themselves.  I offer the first session really for them to decide whether or not they would like to return, but it is important to the confidential nature of counselling that parents or carers do not pressure them for details of what they have discussed.  That said, I do encourage young people to invite their parent or guardian into session when appropriate, but this can only be done if they agree.

Cost of counselling for a young person up to age 20;

£35 per hour

I offer a full therapeutic hour for all counselling whereas many therapists work with a 50 minute session, either in person or via Skype.

Cost of counselling for adults;

Between 9am - 6pm Monday to Friday £40 per session

Early morning, evening and weekend sessions £45 per hour

Under 21's can benefit from my young persons rate, see above.

Sometimes one party in a couple can be reluctant to try counselling, as they fear it will be an opportunity for their partner to haul them across the coals for past misdeeds in front of a witness.  This is simply not the case.

In couples work it is the relationship itself which becomes 'the client', and the process is to encourage better communication of wants and needs between the partners.

Cost of counselling for couples;

First assessment session (90 minutes duration)  £70

Subsequent 60 minute sessions £60

I have a limited number of places available on concessionary fees.  These apply to those registered unemployed, OAPs, carers and student counsellors who often have to undergo lengthy periods of counselling as part of their training to practice.  

These sessions can only take place during the daytime hours of 9-6pm and may have a short waiting list. Do call me to discuss.

Cost of concessionary sessions £35

At a point in my life when I felt so lost, I picked Sally to help me, and thats exactly what she has done and much more. Her natural ability to care and listen, coupled with her professional approach is exactly what I needed. I leave Sally knowing more about myself and others around me and the comfort that she is there for me.  I thoroughly recommend Sally, her expertise and positive attitude.

P, 53

At first I thought that I just attracted the wrong type of men.  During my sessions with Sally I came to realise that I was a complete commitment-phobe, which was hard to take on.  All my friends thought I knew already!  It feels very different now with my new partner.
M, 42

Sally is great at what 'age' does, she has real empathy and understanding.  She really helped me to open up and connect with my feelings.
M,  50

I struggle with depression, and after coming off my meds I needed to see someone.  Sally was brilliant. She helped me look at deeper issues which I hadn't realised before.

R, 32