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Individual Counselling

Individual counselling provides a confidential, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with a qualified professional counsellor.

Professional Individual Support

Qualified counsellor with extensive experience.

6+
Years Experience
100%
Confidential
24hrs
Response Time
3
Session Formats

What is Individual Counselling?

Individual counselling, also known as personal therapy or one-to-one counselling, provides you with dedicated time and space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with a qualified professional. It's a collaborative process where you work together with your counsellor to understand patterns in your life, develop new coping strategies, and create meaningful change.

Our Person-Centred Approach

Our approach is fundamentally person-centred, meaning we believe you are the expert on your own life. We provide the professional guidance, tools, and support to help you navigate challenges and achieve your personal goals.

This isn't about being told what to do – it's about discovering your own insights and building on your existing strengths. Every person brings their own unique story, and we honour this individuality by tailoring our approach to what works best for you.

How Individual Counselling Can Help

Individual counselling offers a unique opportunity for personal growth and healing. Through regular sessions, you'll gain clarity and insight into why you think, feel, and behave in certain ways. This understanding can be transformative, helping you develop effective coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other life challenges.

Many people find that individual counselling helps them improve their relationships by understanding patterns in how they connect with others and developing healthier communication skills. It's also an invaluable space for processing difficult experiences such as trauma, grief, or major life changes.

The counselling process naturally builds self-confidence as you develop a stronger sense of self-worth and personal empowerment. Most importantly, it provides you with the tools and support needed to create positive, lasting change in areas of your life that matter most to you.

What to Expect

Your individual counselling journey begins with an initial assessment where we'll discuss your current situation, explore what you hope to achieve, and establish how we can best work together. This first session helps us understand your unique needs and preferences, ensuring that our approach feels right for you.

In subsequent sessions, we create a warm, confidential space where you can explore whatever feels most important to you. Some weeks you might focus on specific challenges, while other sessions might involve deeper exploration of patterns or past experiences. Throughout this process, we work collaboratively to help you develop insights, build resilience, and create practical strategies for your daily life.

A Safe, Confidential Environment

All sessions are conducted in a completely confidential environment where you can speak freely about whatever is important to you. What you share in our sessions stays between us, providing you with the safety and security needed for honest, meaningful exploration. We understand that opening up can feel vulnerable, so we take great care to create an atmosphere of trust, respect, and genuine understanding.

Taking the First Step

Deciding to begin counselling is often the hardest part of the journey. It takes courage to reach out and acknowledge that you'd like some support. Whether you're dealing with emotional difficulties, life transitions, relationship concerns, work stress, or simply feel that something isn't quite right, individual counselling can provide the clarity and tools you need.

You don't need to have everything figured out before you start – feeling confused or uncertain is completely normal and something we can work with together. The most important thing is your willingness to engage in the process and your commitment to your own wellbeing.

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What We Address

Anxiety & Panic

Professional support for managing anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and overwhelming worry.

  • Generalized anxiety disorder
  • Panic attacks and panic disorder
  • Social anxiety and phobias
  • Health anxiety and worry
  • Performance anxiety

Depression & Mood

Compassionate support for depression, low mood, and emotional difficulties.

  • Clinical depression
  • Persistent low mood
  • Loss of interest and motivation
  • Seasonal affective disorder
  • Mood swings and regulation

Grief & Loss

Gentle support through bereavement, loss, and major life changes.

  • Bereavement and mourning
  • Relationship breakdown
  • Job loss or career changes
  • Health diagnosis
  • Life transition difficulties

Stress & Overwhelm

Learn effective strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout.

  • Work-related stress
  • Financial pressure
  • Family responsibilities
  • Academic pressure
  • Chronic stress and burnout

Self-Esteem & Confidence

Build healthy self-worth and develop genuine confidence in yourself.

  • Low self-esteem
  • Negative self-talk
  • Perfectionism
  • Imposter syndrome
  • Body image issues

Personal Growth

Explore your potential and develop greater self-awareness and life satisfaction.

  • Explore your potential and develop greater self-awareness and life satisfaction.
  • Life purpose and meaning
  • Identity exploration
  • Personal development
  • Relationship patterns
  • Career and life goals

How It Works

A simple, supportive process designed to help you achieve your goals.

1

Free Consultation

15-minute chat to discuss your needs, answer questions, and see if we're a good fit to work together.

2

First Session

We'll explore what's brought you to counselling and work together to identify your goals and preferences.

3

Ongoing Support

Regular sessions tailored to your needs, with practical strategies and support for lasting positive change.

Flexible Session Options

Choose the format that works best for your lifestyle and comfort level.

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Online Video Sessions

Secure, confidential video sessions from the comfort of your own home. Most popular option for convenience and privacy.

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Telephone Sessions

Professional counselling over the phone - perfect if you prefer voice-only or have limited internet access.

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In-Person Sessions

Traditional face-to-face counselling when available and appropriate for your circumstances.

Investment in Your Wellbeing

Quality mental health care shouldn't be out of reach. We offer competitive rates with clear, upfront pricing and flexible payment options. Choose the level of support that works for your circumstances and budget.

Telephone Counselling

£40

Book 4 sessions together and save £15 on your therapy package

  • 50-minute individual session
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional support
  • Confidential environment
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Face 2 Face Counselling

£65

Book 4 sessions together and save £25 on your therapy package

  • 50-minute individual session
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional support
  • Confidential environment
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Start with a Free Consultation

Before committing to counselling, let's have a friendly 15-minute conversation to discuss your needs, answer any questions, and see if we're the right fit to work together.

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No pressure, no obligation - just a genuine conversation about how we can help

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this counselling service.

Sessions are typically 50 minutes long, which is the standard for professional counselling. This gives us enough time to explore issues in depth while maintaining focus and structure.

Yes, everything discussed in sessions is completely confidential. The only exceptions are if there's a serious risk to yourself or others, or if required by law. We'll discuss confidentiality fully in your first session.

This varies greatly depending on your individual needs and goals. Some people find a few sessions helpful, while others prefer longer-term support. We'll regularly review your progress and discuss what feels right for you.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply want to understand yourself better, individual counselling could be helpful. We offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your situation and see if we're a good fit.
While friends provide valuable support, counselling offers a professional, confidential space with someone trained to help you explore issues deeply and develop practical strategies for change. Your counsellor maintains professional boundaries and uses specific therapeutic skills to facilitate your growth.
This varies greatly depending on your goals and circumstances. Some people find 6-8 sessions helpful for specific issues, while others benefit from longer-term support. We'll discuss this regularly and adjust based on your progress and preferences.
This is completely normal, especially in early sessions. Your counsellor will guide the conversation and help you explore what's most important for you. You're not expected to have everything figured out - that's what we're here to help with.
Our role isn't to give advice or tell you what to do, but to help you explore your options and find your own answers. We'll provide guidance, tools, and different perspectives to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you.
Emotional responses are completely normal and often indicate meaningful work is happening. We'll support you through any emotions that arise and help you process them in a healthy way. You'll never be judged for your emotional responses.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Professional, compassionate support is just a conversation away. Start with a free 15-minute consultation.

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