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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are your working hours?

I generally work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. My first session is 9am, the last session starts at 5pm.

How much do you charge and what payment facilities do you offer?

I charge €80, sessions last one hour. You can pay via cash, Revolut or card.

Where are you based and is there parking available?

I work from my home, which is on Donnybrook Hill, Douglas. There is a designated, free parking space outside my house.

How many sessions will I need?

It’s totally up to you! Some people might come for one or two sessions, just to get an impartial view of a situation, or perhaps support while they make an important decision. If someone is going through really tough times, they might prefer to have a regular time slot, either weekly or fortnightly, at the start, and then cut back as the weeks go by. Others might come for four or five sessions, and then just check in with me from time to time – some every month, some every couple of months – which is really lovely for me -we can build up a close relationship. I can see all the changes taking place in their lives, sometimes over years.

Do you offer online counselling, and is it as effective as in-person therapy?

Yes, I provide both in-person and secure online video counselling sessions (via Zoom or by phone). Most therapists went down this route during Covid and today, with peoples’ lives being so busy, and traffic being so heavy at times, many clients have opted to continue online. Research indicates that online therapy can be just as effective as traditional face-to-face sessions for many common issues, including anxiety, stress, and depression. It offers the added convenience of accessing support from the comfort of your own home.

How do I know if I need counselling? And are you the right counsellor for me?

You do not need to be in a crisis to seek therapy. In recent times, I have found that the focus of the work I do has switched from mental health to something much wider. I especially love working with people who are facing life’s human challenges, including those who are in transitions (becoming a parent, end of a relationship, job or career change, menopause and midlife shifts, people feeling stuck or isolated.) I especially enjoy working with older people, (I’m one of you!), looking at all that comes with the aging process including retirement, facing illness in self and loved ones, loss and bereavement. I also enjoy working with people of all ages, looking at relationships of all kinds – with family, friends, romantic partners, work colleagues and social groups.

This switch of focus has been especially satisfying because rather than a counsellor/client relationship, it’s much more about two “fellow travellers”. And we are looking at the emotions of anxiety, sadness, anger, loneliness, as a normal human response to modern lives, which are complex and challenging. Modern life can lead to people feeling “empty”, and looking for a sense of meaning and purpose – whatever that means for the individual.

I was trained in “solution-focussed” therapy, so I especially love working with people who want to come up with “a Plan” and set goals for themselves. I often email the draft plan we have come up with in the session to people, and love to recommend relevant books, videos and podcasts.

Are my counselling sessions confidential?

Yes. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of the therapeutic relationship. Everything you share during our sessions is strictly private. There are only a few legally and ethically mandated exceptions to this rule—such as if there is an imminent risk of serious harm to yourself or someone else.

What is your cancellation policy?

I require at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Because that time slot is reserved exclusively for you, cancellations made outside of this window or missed appointments may incur the full session fee.

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