WHO I WORK WITH

• Adults 18+ 
• Many different backgrounds
• A variety of cultural diversities
• Different gender and sexualities which encompass a diverse spectrum of identities and orientations
• Those facing various challenges in life who may find it difficult to reach their full potential

HOW I DELIVER THERAPY

• Online - Zoom 
• Face to Face - Longcroft House (EC2M)
• Face to Face - Walk and Talk
• Face to Face - Alternative Spaces

ONLINE via ZOOM

I am a certified Online Counsellor and a member of ACTO (Association for Counselling and Therapy Online). This means I have undertaken courses to work safely and competently online and continue to do so. If you wish to have counselling this way it may be useful to consider a few things like:

• Do you feel comfortable using technology?
• Is there a safe and private space which you can use each week without being interrupted or overheard?
• Is your broadband speed stable enough, especially when using WiFi?
• Do you have a desk or laptop you can use?

FACE-TO-FACE

I work with clients face-to-face in a therapy room. It may be useful to consider a few things like:

• Do you feel comfortable being in a room face-to-face for counselling?
• Do you notice any anxiety or fear when you consider the first question?
• Do you feel it is important to wear a mask to undertake face-to-face sessions and for your counsellor to do so?
• Are there any other considerations important for you to feel safe and comfortable in face-to-face counselling? It may be useful to make a list.

FACE-TO-FACE WALK and TALK

I can offer Walk and Talk Counselling, if you feel unsure, or have some fear or anxiety being in a therapy room. It may be useful to consider a few things like:

• How do you feel about being in an open public space? 
• Do you feel an environment like a park, by the river or canal, might support you to feel more comfortable?
• Considering how you may feel if you bump into someone you know, what might that be like? 
• Do you have any physical concerns that may prevent you from walking for a period of time?

FACE-TO-FACE ALTERNATIVE SPACES

If you have any concerns about sitting face-to-face in a therapy room, I can consider Alternative Spaces, like a studio space where more movement and flexibility are permissible. 

The shortlist of considerations is to help you to think a little about coming to counselling, and what method of counselling you may prefer.