FAQs
What will a therapy session look like?
My approach, as a relational Gestalt therapist, means that we might do more than talk to feel relief. We may explore your breathing, or ways in which you hold your body, draw, write or play. As well as delving into the past, we’ll pay attention to the present, in order to build a better future. Above all, the process is tailored around what works for you. You will be supported and you won’t be told what to do, but you may be challenged. I work from a strength-based approach, which means finding out about your existing resilience and supports, and building on these. You may feel that some issues can be changed, others accepted, all can be understood. This is a lifelong process of discovery.
What is Gestalt Therapy?
Gestalt therapy can help to fulfil your potential, to explore yourself and fully embrace life. The focus pays attention to the present, to raise awareness, so we can take responsibility for the choices we make for ourselves. It supports greater self – expression through body awareness and creative exploration. As a result we can live fully, find more acceptance, freedom and meaning in our lives.
How long do I need for counselling?
How long a period of counselling lasts will vary from person to person and it will depend on the depth of the issues they are facing. For some people a couple of sessions helps to bring their problems into focus, and they feel ready to move forward. Other problems may require more of an open-ended approach. Before we begin any work we will agree on the number of sessions we’ll undertake, and at the end of that number review our progress. As long as we both agree further therapy will be of benefit to you, sessions can continue.