Questions you might have

No. You do not need to arrive with a clear goal, diagnosis, explanation, or plan. Sometimes people know exactly what has brought them to counselling; sometimes they only know that something feels difficult, overwhelming, stuck, or hard to name. We can begin with whatever feels manageable or possible to bring.

A first session is a chance to meet, talk about what has brought you here, and see whether working together feels like a good fit. You are welcome to ask questions and take your time. There is no expectation to commit to ongoing counselling.

I do not offer introductory calls. A first counselling session is a more meaningful way to meet, explore what you are looking for, and get a sense of whether working together feels right. It does not commit you to ongoing sessions.

That is completely okay. You do not need to perform readiness or explain everything perfectly. We can begin with what feels most present, and there is room to pause, ask questions, change direction, or simply say, “I’m not sure.”

Most counselling sessions take place in person. I value the shared experience of being in the room together as we get to know one another, build trust, and develop a shared understanding of what supports you. Once we have had time to build that foundation, online appointments may be an option where appropriate, particularly when they make ongoing counselling more accessible or workable.

No. You are welcome whether you identify as neurodivergent, are exploring that possibility, have a formal diagnosis, or simply know that conventional expectations around communication, sensory needs, energy, or pace do not fit well for you. You do not need to mask, suppress your needs, make eye contact, or make yourself easier to understand. We can talk together about what may make counselling more workable for you.

There is no set number of sessions and no expectation to commit to ongoing counselling. Some people come for a brief period around a particular concern; others find ongoing work helpful. We can check in together about what feels useful as your needs and circumstances evolve.

Yes. Counselling is not something you are locked into. You are welcome to pause, change direction, or decide that now is not the right time to continue. We can talk together about what feels right as we go.