Before your session
- Choose a quiet and comfortable space if attending online.
- Complete the intake form.
- Think about what has brought you to counselling.
- Consider what you would like to be different or what you would like support with.
- Write down any questions you would like to ask.
You don't need to:
- Have everything figured out.
- Know exactly what you want to talk about.
- Prepare your whole life story.
- Know which counselling approach you need.
During your first session
- We will talk about what brings you to counselling.
- We will discuss your needs and what you hope to achieve.
- You can ask questions about counselling and confidentiality.
- We can consider whether working together feels right for you.
You can begin simply by telling me what has been happening and how you have been feeling.