Frequently Asked Questions
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- How will counselling or psychotherapy help?
- How long will it take?
- How much will it cost?
- What is the first step?
How will counselling or psychotherapy help?
Many people seek therapeutic help at some point in their lives. For example, it may be at a time of sudden change, such as a loss of a job, bereavement, or a feeling of depression or anxiety for no obvious reason. The psychodynamic approach is a way of exploring how such difficulties may reflect, not only present problems but also have connections with past experiences. Through the relationship between you and your therapist, an understanding can emerge of the feelings and patterns of behaviour that may be troubling you.
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How long will it take?
Many people go initially for short-term focused work to deal with a specific problem. Some people decide they want to make deeper changes in their lives and continue in longer term work, sometimes several times a week. The nature of this commitment will depend on you, the counsellor or the psychotherapist and the kind of work you want and need to do.
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How much will it cost?
The fee for sessions will vary but will probably be between £35 and £65 per meeting. The amount may be negotiable. This can be discussed at the initial consultation.
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What is the first step?
The first step is to arrange an initial meeting. This will offer you time to talk about what is troubling you and how to proceed. You and the therapist may then decide to continue to work together or if not you will be helped to explore alternatives.
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