You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.
Maya Angelou
My Approach
Research shows that the quality of the therapeutic relationship (between you and I) is as important as the techniques used. Of course, a deep rapport takes time to build but do trust your instincts when meeting a new potential counsellor. It is important that you find someone whom you feel you could be open with, in time. For this reason, I offer a free initial session for us to get to know each other with no expectation of commitment to further sessions.
We will talk about why you have come and how we might work together. It will be a space for you to ask any questions you may have about me or the therapy process. This session is an opportunity for you to decide if you are comfortable working with me and for me to find out if I am the appropriate therapist for you. If I don’t think I am right for you, I will point you in the direction of someone who is.
It is likely that we will talk about your childhood experiences as well as what is going on in your life now and your hopes for the future. I can help to explore your potential and purpose whilst attending to and processing your current challenges, pain and struggles.
We will agree to work together for a minimum of six sessions, and then review and either plan our ending or move to an open-ended arrangement.
Compass Therapy 