We cannot hold a torch to light another's path without brightening our own. Ben Sweetland

The Process

Anyone seeking counselling should have an initial session with a therapist to discuss the client's issues and what they hope to achieve. This meeting provides the opportunity for both client and counsellor to decide if they are compatible.

Having chosen to proceed, early sessions will be focused on building a safe and trusting relationship with some further exploration of the client's issues. The focus later moves on to working towards whatever the client wishes to achieve from counselling.

The final phase of therapy will be about ending the relationship in a psychologically healthy way and planning for the future.