What to expect

Many people wonder what it might be like to come to therapy. I view the first session as an opportunity for us to get to know one another and for you to experience what it is like to work with me. Feeling comfortable and safe is central to effective therapy, and it is important that you feel able to choose a therapist who feels right for you.

During the first session, we will explore your reasons for coming to therapy and discuss how we might work together. I may ask some questions about areas such as your family, relationships, work, and current circumstances. You are always invited to share only what feels comfortable. This helps build an understanding of your background and the context for our work together.

Where helpful, I may draw on reflective assessment tools to support our work together. These are used to gently explore how early life experiences may have shaped patterns of coping, relationships, and emotional responses. Any use of these tools is collaborative, optional, and guided by your pace, with a focus on understanding rather than labelling.