What to expect

After an initial call we would usually arrange to meet for two consultations. I find it takes time to get to know one another and having  two initial meetings can help us decide whether I am the right person to help you. If at the second meeting we agree we would like to continue working together, we will arrange to make a start on regular sessions. If not, I will do my best to suggest colleagues or other services that might suit you better.

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The psychoanalytic approach means working within a safe and reliable relationship to gradually make sense of your difficulties. Most people find that the process of bringing underlying, often hidden, ideas to light helps to make sense of themselves and reduce painful and self-defeating patterns of behaviour. Whilst some people come for weekly therapy, many choose to come more frequently. Increasing the frequency gives more space to explore things in detail and often means you can reach buried parts of yourself. This can be a challenging but profoundly rewarding experience and often leads to significant changes.