FAQ
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How do I make contact?
You can email or leave a voice message in the first instance. We will then arrange a (free) 15 minute chat on the phone or online in order for me to learn a bit more about what you are looking for and for us both to see if we might be a good fit.
We can then organise an initial face to face (or online) 50-minute session where we will discuss your situation in more depth and run through the practicalities of working together. This session will be payable at the normal fee which is required in advance of the session.
After this, you can decide if you wish to commit to working together going forward - there will be no pressure to make this decision on the spot.
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How soon will i feel better?
Counselling itself does not provide solutions or a ‘cure’. Feeling better, healing and moving forward can take time and work.
Humanistic counselling is gentle, kind and compassionate but the process can be tough mentally, and it is good to be prepared for this.
My hope for you is that you will continue your journey of self-discovery and self-care long after our sessions together have ended.
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How do I cancel my appointment?
In the event that you need to cancel or reschedule your session I kindly request 48 hours advance notice.
Full payment will be necessary for missed or cancelled sessions where less than 48 hours notice is provided.
helplines and websites
If you’re thinking about suicide - or are concerned someone else is, you can get support here:
or
If your life, or someone else's, is in immediate danger, call 999
or
go to your nearest A&E where staff are available 24/7
For young people:
All Sorts (for young people identifying as LGBT+)
Childline: 0800 1111 (24/7)
Samaritans: 116123 (24/7)
Sussex Mental Health Line: 0800 0309 50 (24/7)
Young Minds: text YM to 85258 (24/7)
For parents:
CAMHS dutyworker: 0300 304 0061 /Sussex CAMHS
Sussex Mental Health Line: 0800 0309 500
Young Minds Parent Helpline: 0808 8025544
General / adults:
East Sussex mental health directory
Men and Mental Health Foundation
RISE: freedom from domestic abuse
Sussex Mental Health Line: 0800 0309 500
Sussex NHS partnership: your mental health
For immediate (same or next day) mental health help & support:
Call NHS 111 & select ‘mental health’ option
Call Samaritans on 116 123