Individual
Numerous motivations may prompt you to seek out a conversation about your current circumstances. Individual therapy provides a dedicated time and space where you can experience a sense of safety, devoid of judgment, and receive the support needed to delve into the concerns that brought you to therapy initially.
Initially, the idea of individual psychotherapy might seem quite intimidating. However, if you find yourself grappling with challenges, engaging in open discussions with a qualified professional has the potential to bring about significant positive changes in your life. This opportunity allows you to explore the root causes of your difficulties, enhance your awareness and comprehension of your current situation, and derive meaning from your past and future experiences.
What does Individual Psychotherapy Involve?
Individual psychotherapy can indeed be an intense journey, but it’s important to emphasize that it is a collaboration between us both and I will tailor the pace to suit your comfort level. My approach is based on integration, leveraging the diverse tools provided by Transactional Analysis to promote personal development and transformation.
I will encourage you to delve into long-established patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that may be deeply ingrained and limiting your progress. The process will be proactive, and I operate in a candid manner that challenges any unconscious beliefs or attitudes. I firmly believe that substantial change occurs when we gain a clearer understanding of our emotional selves and gain insight into our inner workings.
Therapy Appointments
I can offer appointments in Washington village, just off the Washington roundabout.
For further info and directions see here
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Frequently Asked Questions
The terms ‘Psychotherapy’ and ‘Counselling’ are often used interchangeably and essentially they are both characterised by a form of “talking therapy”. You will see many practitioners will use both terms when referring to themselves.
Fundamentally both psychotherapy and counselling have the same goal of providing relief to someone with some sort of psychological symptom or obstacles although there are some subtle differences.
‘Counselling’ is often used to describe a shorter-term process than psychotherapy. A goal in counselling is to enable someone to make better use of resources they may already have in place. Counselling often focuses on a specific issue, life event or experience or on a particular symptom.
‘Psychotherapy’ is often a longer process of treatment and focuses on facilitating the exploration and development of new resources for a person. In psychotherapy you will have the chance to look deeper into the root of your issues. You will have the chance to explore patterns of behaviour, thinking and feeling in your life at a greater depth that allow you to focus more on your way of being in the world.
Psychotherapy training is also a more rigorous and academic process.
Someone who may be in training to be a Psychotherapist may refer to themselves as a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor until they have completed certification to be known as a Psychotherapist.
I hope that my website has given you an overview of who I am and how I work and if you are interested in finding out more I would recommend an initial consultation to meet each other to see if it feels right for you when we are in the room together. We will probably be able to establish quite early on if I am the right person for you.
Choosing a therapist is a very individual choice and I recommend you take the time to meet at least a couple people with a view to having some thought about who you may work best with. I believe that each relationship is individual and unique and it is a privilege for me to get to know people I see and to support them on their therapeutic journey. Relationship is central to building a therapeutic alliance and working together, so trust your instinct to make a decision and start your own journey.
I look forward to meeting you!
Following our initial assessment, if you would like to start sessions together we will agree a day and time for your sessions. I will send you a standard therapy agreement that outlines my commitment to you and it details much of what I would have discussed in the assessment session. This includes details of my professional commitments and of the administrative aspects of our therapeutic relationship. We will both have a signed copy of this agreement.
Payment is due each session and I accept cash or BACS transfers. Any missed sessions with less than 48 hours notice will be payable on the following session.
If you want to work longer term I am also happy to work on monthly payments.
Your Therapy
Professional
Qualifications
Qualified Practitioner and Certified Transactional Analyst (CTA(P)), Dip. TA Practice, Clinical member of UKCP, Registered member of BACP (MBACP).
Convenient
Locations
West Sussex location in Washington (RH20). Washington is just off the A24 and within easy distance of Storrington, Steyning, Ashington, Thakeham, West Chilt, Worthing and surrounding villages. Daytime (Mon to Fri only) and evening appointments available.
Memberships
& Insurance
I am fully insured and a member of professional bodies including BACP, UKCP, UKATA.
Ready to Make a Change? Book an Initial Consultation Today
If you have any questions at all about therapy or would like to make an appointment, get in touch. I will usually be able to respond to you within 24 hours.