Therapy Agreement
Our Sessions (how we meet)
Welcome! I offer three ways for us to connect. Each session lasts 50 minutes, and we will discuss the frequency of our meetings during our initial assessment. Online Counselling (£60): We meet via a secure link on Microsoft Teams. Please ensure you have a quiet, private space where you won't be disturbed. Walk & Talk Therapy (£60): We meet outdoors to talk while walking in nature. If the weather is extreme, we will simply move our session to Microsoft Teams. In-Person Counselling (£70): We meet face-to-face in a dedicated, private therapy room for focused, reflective work. Preparation: I recommend having a glass of water, tissues, and a notebook nearby.
Privacy and Your Data (Security)
Confidentiality: Everything you share is private. I attend regular supervision to ensure the best care, but your identity is always kept strictly anonymous. Social Media: To protect your privacy and our professional boundaries, I do not accept "friend" or connection requests on social media. Record Keeping: I am ICO-registered. Brief encrypted notes are stored securely for 7 years and then destroyed. Clinical Will: In the unlikely event of an emergency where I am unable to work, a nominated professional colleague would be granted secure access to your contact details to inform you and offer support.
Practicalities
Payment: Fees are payable via bank transfer 48 hours in advance. Cancellations: I require 24 hours' notice for any changes. Sessions cancelled after this window are charged at the full rate. Public Encounters: If we see each other in public (especially during Walk & Talk), I will not initiate a greeting to protect your confidentiality. I will follow your lead. Ending Therapy: You are free to end therapy at any time. I usually suggest we have one final "closing session" to wrap up our work safely. Well-being: Sessions cannot take place if you are under the influence of alcohol or non-prescription drugs.