Your Counsellor & Frequently Asked Questions

Talking has always been a way to offload, weather that be to a family member, friend, work colleague or neighbour, we will usually feel better. It's when we are at a point when talking to others isn't helping, perhaps not wanting to be a burden or a burden others, or maybe we feel embarrassed or guilty about our feelings.  Talking to someone who is a stranger, has no judgement or opinion and will support you in a professional capacity giving you tools in your toolbox to not only help you reach your goal, but help you to stay there. Talking to a counsellor can give people a sense of freedom and relief, in  a safe, calm, confidential space.

Talking and sharing with a counsellor who  is non-judgemental, empathetic, honest and open with no pre-conceived view or opinion of you, can be a way to share what is happening for you in a safe, confidential  space.

I offer a safe, calm, space where you can talk openly about the thing or things that have started to or have been for a while, effecting your everyday life. Maybe it is something that you have put to the back of your mind and something has triggered that past trauma to come to the surface. It could be a recent event that has become too big and is starting to affect your home life, work and others around you as well as yourself, causing low mood or anxiety or even anger and guilt to become an overwhelming force. Taking that first step to seeking counselling and noticing that unwelcome thoughts, feelings and situations are having a negative impact on you is huge. I know how it feels to not feel heard or listened too, and that those words we all use when asked how are you  "I'm fine" are feeling more and more less convincing, then now is the time to hold your hand up and say "actually, I'm not fine" I'm here when your ready.

Don't be is the best answer I can give anyone. Mental health is losing it's stigma and is finally being recognized as a way of people to talk, and share their fears, worries, trauma, grief and everyday life concerns and hopefully end their journey in a positive, manageable place.

It is your own personal choice, it is whatever you feel more comfortable with. At Everleigh the quality of counselling is exactly the same, face to face or online the confidentiality, ethical framework and client duty of care is unchanged. I encourage you to feel as relaxed and safe as possible so bringing an item of comfort with you from home if you prefer face to face is absolutely fine.