There is no “right” reason to come to therapy. People reach out when something in their life feels stuck, painful, or in need of deeper understanding. If you have been thinking about therapy, that itself is often a meaningful sign. The initial consultation is a low-pressure space to explore whether this kind of support feels right for you.
These terms can overlap, but they are not all the same. In the UK, “therapy” and “psychotherapy” usually refer to deeper, longer-term work that addresses emotional patterns and underlying difficulties, while “counselling” often refers to shorter, more solution-focused work. What matters most is the training, accreditation, and approach of the individual practitioner. I am a COSRT-registered Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, with training in trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches.
The first session is a chance for us to meet and for you to decide whether I feel like the right therapist for you. We will talk about what has brought you to therapy, what you are hoping for, and any questions you have about how I work. There is no pressure to share everything at once, we move at a pace that feels right for you.
No preparation is needed. Simply come as you are. Some people find it helpful to think in advance about what is prompting them to seek therapy, but there is nothing you need to write down or bring with you.
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That depends on what you are bringing, what you are hoping for, and how the work unfolds. Some people come for a specific difficulty and find real shifts within a few months. Others do deeper, longer-term work that may span a year or more. We will review our work together regularly, and you will always have a say in how long you want to continue.
Yes. What you share in therapy is held in strict confidence. There are only very limited exceptions, for example, if I become concerned about risk of serious harm to you or someone else, or if I am legally required to disclose something. I will explain the confidentiality agreement clearly in our first session, and you can ask any questions about it at any time.
Therapy is not about being told what to do. It is about being accompanied as you come to understand yourself and your situation more deeply, and to find the way forward that feels right for you. I may offer observations, frameworks, or gentle challenges where helpful, but the direction of the work is yours.
You do not have to share anything you are not ready to share. One of the most important principles in how I work, particularly with trauma, is that healing cannot be forced. We move at a pace your system can manage. You are always in charge of what you bring into the room.
Please tell me. One of the most important things in therapy is being able to talk openly about how the therapy itself is going. If something isn’t working, naming it usually opens a door, either to adjusting what we are doing together, or to understanding something important about what is happening. If, after honest conversation, it becomes clear that I’m not the right therapist for you, I will gently help you think about where else to look.
You will not be asked to share anything you are not ready for. In psychosexual therapy we do of course discuss sex, intimacy, desire, and the body but always in a way that respects your pace and your comfort. Most clients find that, after the first few sessions, these conversations feel surprisingly natural.
No. Psychosexual therapy, as I practise it, is a talking therapy. There is no physical examination and no physical contact between us. Some exercises may involve noticing what is happening in your body, or practising intimacy skills at home with a partner, but all physical work happens only between you and your partner, not with the therapist.
Yes. Much meaningful relational work can be done with just one partner. While couples therapy with both partners present has its own particular value, individual therapy with a relational focus can also create significant change in how you experience and navigate your relationship.
Yes. I work with clients of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship structures, including same-sex couples and people in non-monogamous or polyamorous relationships. My work is affirming, non-judgemental, and tailored to each client’s specific experience.
Either is fine. Some couples want to begin together from the first session; others prefer one partner to come first and introduce the issues. We can discuss what would suit you best when you get in touch.
Sessions are typically held weekly, particularly in the earlier stages of the work. Weekly sessions help build momentum and allow the therapeutic relationship to develop the trust that deeper work requires. As the work progresses, some clients move to fortnightly sessions.
A standard session is 55 minutes. Longer 90-minute sessions can be arranged when helpful, this is more common for couples work or for pieces of focused trauma processing.
Current fees and full practical information are available on the Fees page. Please do get in touch if you have any questions about fees, payment, or anything related to the practical side of working together.
I ask for at least 48 hours’ notice for cancellations. Sessions cancelled with less notice are charged in full. This allows me to hold your regular session time consistently, which is an important part of the therapeutic frame.
Yes. I offer both in-person sessions in Chichester and online sessions via secure video link for clients across the UK. You can read more on the Online Psychosexual Therapy and Online Couples Therapy pages.
Therapy is a planned, ongoing process, and I am not able to offer emergency or crisis support between sessions. If you are in crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts, please contact your GP, NHS 111, or the Samaritans on 116 123 (available 24 hours, free from any phone). In an emergency, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.