Question 1

What is psychological therapy?

Accepted Answer

Therapy often refers to varying forms of mental health interventions such as person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Schema therapy, mindfulness based therapy, and emotion focused therapy among others. As a psychologist I am trained in various psychological therapies, which can assist in providing therapeutic support and change depending on your therapeutic needs.

Question 2

Why psychological therapy?

Accepted Answer

As a psychologist I am required to have extensive knowledge and training in the field of psychology and mental health. I hold a Doctorate Degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. These are the two primary requirements needed to practice as a Psychologist.

Question 3

How do I decide what therapy is best for me?

Accepted Answer

If you feel you would like some therapeutic support but are unsure what therapy could be best for you then feel free to make an enquiry. I would be happy for us to discuss different therapeutic modalities and to work collaboratively to decide what could be best for you. A strong indicator for therapeutic change is often the therapeutic relationship between the client and their practitioner.

Question 4

What issues can therapy help with?

Accepted Answer

Psychological therapy can be helpful for a vast array of issues, ranging from more mild day-to-day life stressors, to more complex and severe mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders and suicidality to name a few.

Question 5

How much do sessions cost?

Accepted Answer

Self-funded sessions cost £90 per session. Insurance funded sessions are priced slightly higher due to the associated increased administration costs.

Question 6

How long do sessions last?

Accepted Answer

Sessions last 50 minutes.

Question 7

Do I need a referral from my GP to arrange a session?

Accepted Answer

No. I am able to work with self-referred individuals and a letter from your GP is not required to arrange a session.

Question 8

Will my GP or the NHS be informed of my attendance in therapy?

Accepted Answer

No. While it can be beneficial to inform your GP that you are attending therapy, this is not mandatory, nor is it something I am required to do as a psychologist.

Question 9

Can I use my health insurance policy to fund my sessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I am registered and have experience working with various insurance companies such as BUPA, AXA-PPP, Aviva, WPA, Cigna and Vitality. I would strongly recommend being in touch with your insurance provider to gather all necessary information about your policy and ensure that your plan provides coverage for psychological therapy before being in touch for a session.

Question 10

How frequently will I have to attend therapy and for how many sessions?

Accepted Answer

The frequency of your therapy really depends on your preference. While it can be beneficial to attend weekly sessions, this really depends on what you feel is best for you based on your needs and situation. The same applies to the number of sessions. It is very hard to determine how many sessions you might need. It depends on what feels right for you. This is something that can be discussed further upon initial enquiry.

Question 11

I am unsure if meeting for therapy online is as effective or secure as face-to-face therapy?

Accepted Answer

There is extensive research to suggest that meeting online for therapy is just as effective as meeting face-to-face. While meeting online can always pose a risk to security, I ensure that I am using safe and secure devices, as well as platforms to ensure the most confidential therapeutic environment possible.

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