Now opening in Paulton, North East Somerset
This is a 15 to 20 minute online call to discuss why you want therapy and see how we can work together. The call is an opportunity to ask me questions and find out how I work
In the first four initial sessions we will get to know each other better.
As a core principal of Transactional Analysis we will together agree on a contract exploring what you would like to achieve in therapy. Whether it is specific goals or simply exploring options together in the room.
To benefit the most from therapy we will have a weekly session face-to-face or online.
The number of sessions will be agreed early on. Although I typically recommend mid to longer term work (ten weeks +), short term therapy of six weeks can also be effective depending on the circumstances
Counselling typically involves shorter-term treatment for specific, current issues, focusing on finding solutions and coping strategies, while psychotherapy is a longer-term process that delves deeper into the underlying causes of emotional and psychological difficulties, often stemming from past experiences. Psychotherapy aims for a deeper understanding and insight into patterns of thought and behavior, whereas counselling provides immediate support and guidance to navigate present challenges.
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