Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re considering starting counselling, it’s natural to have questions. This page provides information about my counselling fees, along with answers to common counselling FAQs about counselling sessions, booking appointments, confidentiality, and what you can expect from counselling.
If you’re looking for more information, you’ll also find links to my What to Expect in Counselling blog series. It covers common first counselling session worries, explains how counselling works, and helps you understand what to expect during your first counselling session.
At Wellbeing Talk Therapy, I know that reaching out for support can feel like a big step, especially when you’re already feeling overwhelmed. My aim is to help you feel comfortable enough to talk openly, without pressure or judgement.
If you can’t find the answer you are looking for, please feel free to get in touch.
How much do counselling sessions cost?
Individual counselling sessions are ÂŁ55 for a 50-minute session.
Payment is required in advance to secure your appointment. Once payment has been received, your session will be confirmed. Payment details will be provided when your appointment is booked.
How do I book a counselling appointment?
First, we’ll arrange a free 10–15 minute introductory call. This gives us a chance to briefly talk about what brings you to counselling, for you to ask any questions, and for me to understand how best I may be able to support you. It also gives you a sense of whether you feel comfortable working with me before deciding whether to begin counselling.
To arrange this, please use the “Book Free Intro Call” button on this page.
At the end of the call, if you decide to continue, we can arrange your first counselling session together.
If you’ve already had an introductory call with me, you can use the Contact page to arrange ongoing sessions.
What is your availability? Do you offer evening appointments?
I offer online counselling and telephone sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays during the day, with a limited number of evening appointments available.
Please feel free to get in touch to discuss current availability.
How do online and telephone counselling sessions work?
Sessions can take place either online or by telephone, depending on what feels most comfortable for you.
For telephone sessions, I will call you at the agreed time.
For online counselling, I use Google Meet. I will send you a secure link before your session, and you simply click to join.
What if I don’t know where to start or what to say?
This is a very common concern, especially when starting counselling, and you’re not alone in feeling this way.
Most people find that once the session begins, it becomes easier than expected to talk things through. You’re welcome to start wherever feels most natural for you, there’s no “right” way to begin.
If you’re unsure, that’s absolutely fine. I’ll gently support the conversation and may ask questions to help us explore things at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of counselling sessions varies. This may depend on:
- What you’d like to work on
- Whether you have clear goals or are still figuring this out
- Whether the issue is recent or has been ongoing for a while
There’s no pressure to decide this at the beginning. Counselling is a flexible process that we can regularly review together, and you’re free to choose whether shorter-term or longer-term feels right for you as we go.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. What you share in counselling is confidential and stays between us. There are a few legal and ethical exceptions to this, which will be covered in our first session so you’ll know exactly where you stand.
Can I have counselling if I’m experiencing suicidal thoughts?
Experiencing suicidal thoughts doesn’t necessarily mean that counselling with Wellbeing Talk Therapy isn’t suitable for you. We can discuss your needs during an initial conversation and consider whether the support I offer is appropriate for you.
Wellbeing Talk Therapy is not, however, a crisis or emergency service and cannot provide immediate or out-of-hours support. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent mental health support, please visit my If You Need Urgent Help page for information about services that can help.
Want to know more?
You may find my What to Expect in Counselling blog series helpful if you’d like to learn more about what counselling involves.