Fees & Practical Information
Everything you need to know before we begin
Starting counselling or psychotherapy often comes with practical questions as well as personal ones.
This page brings together the things people most often want to know before getting in touch. If there's something I've missed, you're always welcome to ask.
Session Fees
Free introductory conversation
30 minutes · £0
Counselling & psychotherapy
50 minutes · £60
Personal therapy for trainee counsellors
50 minutes · £40
Reduced-cost sessions
A small number of reduced-cost places are available for people experiencing financial difficulty, subject to availability.
Your First Conversation
Before we begin, I offer a free 30-minute introductory conversation.
It isn't an assessment, and you don't need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to talk about.
It's simply a chance for us to meet, talk a little about what has brought you here, answer any questions you have and get a sense of whether working together feels right.
There is no obligation to continue afterwards.
→ Book a Free 30-Minute Introductory Conversation
Where Sessions Take Place
I'm based in Manchester and currently offer counselling and psychotherapy online across the UK.
Online sessions can make therapy easier to fit around work, family life, travel and other commitments. You can join from somewhere private and familiar without having to travel to an appointment.
Before your first session, I'll make sure you have everything you need to join.
How Often Will We Meet?
Most people begin with weekly sessions.
There isn't one arrangement that suits everybody, though. As the work develops, we can talk about what feels useful and review the frequency of sessions together.
Some people work with me for a relatively short period around something particular. Others find longer-term psychotherapy more helpful.
We don't have to decide all of that at the beginning.
Payment
Payment is by bank transfer and is usually made before or on the day of your appointment.
Once we've arranged your first session, I'll send you the payment details together with any practical information you need before we meet.
If you require an invoice or receipt, I'm happy to provide one.
Cancellations
Life happens.
If you need to rearrange an appointment, please give as much notice as possible.
Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice may be charged in full unless there are exceptional circumstances.
Confidentiality & Privacy
What you bring to therapy is treated confidentially.
There are some limited circumstances in which confidentiality may need to be discussed or information shared, and I'll explain these clearly before we begin working together.
You can also read more about how your information is handled, stored and protected in my Privacy & Confidentiality Policy.
→ Privacy & Confidentiality Policy
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know what I want to talk about?
No. Many people begin simply knowing that something doesn't feel quite right. We can work out where to begin together.
How long will I need counselling or psychotherapy for?
There isn't a fixed answer. Some people come for a relatively small number of sessions around something particular, while others choose to work for longer.
We can review how things are going as we go.
Can I work with you if I don't live in Manchester?
Yes. I'm based in Manchester and work online with people across the UK.
What if I decide therapy isn't right for me?
That's absolutely okay. The free introductory conversation gives us both an opportunity to see whether working together feels right. There's no obligation to continue.
Ready When You Are
You don't need to have everything worked out before you contact me.
Whether you're ready to arrange your introductory conversation or simply have a practical question, you're very welcome to get in touch.