This is therapy that is done over the internet such that geography does not need to be a barrier to accessing counselling or supervision. It may be via Skype, FaceTime, Zoom or telephone. I will be guided by your preference as my client.

Some people are unable to meet face-to-face for a variety of reasons, and online therapy makes counselling accessible. In the same way as if we meet in person, I will work with whatever is worrying you to find your personal insights and solutions. Most of the problems that you would consider taking in person to your counsellor, can be dealt with online.

You will get a feel for a counsellor from their website which will give you an idea of their way of working, areas of special interest, fees, and qualifications. An ethical practitioner will be a member of a recognised professional body such as the BACP or UKCP, and I personally am an accredited member of the British Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (MBACP). I offer a half-price intial assessment session, so that we can talk about your needs and expectations of counselling, and to help you decide if you wish to continue with me without any worry of obligation.

Everything is totally confidential as this is the foundation of the profession, and only on rare occasions may it be necessary to involve a third party. This would be for instance, if I was worried about you hurting yourself or another; child protection issues or any other issues for which I am a mandated reporter.

Anything you relay to me via an online platform is subject to the same confidentiality boundaries that we would have in place if I saw you face-to-face. I am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office, an independent public body set up to protect personal information and ensure that comply with the Data Protection Act. My registration number is Z2204770 and my entry can be found on the register of data controllers at www.ico.gov.uk .

I ask for payment to be made via bank transfer, and will provide you with my banking details. This to be paid 48 hours prior to the session for it to be secured.