Getting started
Get in touch and we can arrange a free 30-minute phone consultation and/or an initial session.
Free 30-minute phone consultation
We can arrange to have a short talk on the phone to get a first idea of what I am like, ask questions you have about counselling, check if we have matching availability, and if wanted give me a brief idea of what you are looking for.
Initial assessment
The initial assessment session (1 hour, £40) is a chance for the two of us to meet, to get an idea about whether we can work together. There are no tests or questionnaires to fill out but I will ask questions about what has been happening for you, and I will ask you to provide your contact details and those of your GP.
Mostly I am interested in hearing about what has brought you to counselling and therapy at this time, and what your aims might be. I will also talk to you about confidentiality, privacy, how I work ethically, and I will explain my supervision arrangements
In the session we can discuss if the type of counselling I offer (person-centred) is appropriate for you at this time, and if needed we can discuss referring you on to another therapist or service. This pre-counselling session is also a chance for you to find out more about counselling and therapy, and assess whether you’d like to work with me.
Availability
All times listed below are for face-to-face sessions. I have additional availability on a Tuesday evening for online therapy.
Thursdays – afternoon, evening available
Fridays – day time available
Saturdays – 8.30am available
Contact details and Location
Gracelands Yard is a 10-minute walk from Kensal Rise station (Overground Stratford-Richmond) or Kensal Green station (Overground Euston-Watford Junction; Bakerloo line). Several buses stop nearby: 6, 52, 187, 302, 452. You can pay for parking on the street on Leighton Road, and before 12pm or after 3pm there is free parking on Hardinge Road.
Fees and cancellations
Video
50-minute session via Zoom, from the comfort of your own home (UK).
Walk and Talk
50-minute outdoor session in one of the local parks (London NW10/NW6).
In-person*
50-minute face-to-face session at Gracelands Yard, NW10.
* Please see the full risk assessment for covid-19 and in-person sessions.
Lower fees offered for those on low income / students (limited slots). Please ask about availability.
Initial assessment session £40 for 1 hour.
Sessions are invoiced weekly and payment can be made by BACS, card payment (online or in person), or cash.
Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 24 hours before a session, or the full fee is payable as a cancellation fee.