Pricing

Initial 15 to 30 minute consultation is free.

One to one therapy costs £45 per session.

Groupwork prices are available on request.

All fees are payable in advance.

Cancellation Policy

24 hours' notice is required for cancellations.

Full payment is required for appointments cancelled with less notice or missed appointments.

Time Keeping

Kindly be aware that each treatment session is carefully scheduled, to consider the availability of other clients before and/or after your designated time. However, if you experience a delay, we won't be able to extend the session, and the original fee will still apply.

What is therapy?

Therapy is a collaborative process that involves a therapist working together with a client to provide support, insights, and tools aimed at overcoming psychological and emotional challenges, improving mental wellbeing, and achieving personal growth and development.

Is therapy really helpful? 

The benefits of therapy are diverse and depend on the specific issues or goals of the client. Some common ways therapy can be beneficial include improving mental health by assisting individuals in managing conditions like depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress. Therapy also enhances self-awareness, helping clients gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, leading to positive changes in attitudes and actions.

How long does therapy take?

The duration of therapy can vary widely depending on the individual and their specific needs, but it often ranges from six to twelve sessions. The length of therapy is influenced by factors such as the complexity of the issues being addressed and the client's commitment to the process.

What happens in the first therapy session?

In our initial meeting, we'll have a chance to become acquainted and discuss what's happening in your life right now. If we both determine that therapy could benefit you, we'll collaborate on defining objectives and subsequently hold regular sessions to make progress towards those objectives. Each therapy session will span 50 minutes.

Are sessions confidential?

Absolutely, maintaining confidentiality is extremely crucial, and any discussions we engage in will be kept confidential within this space. The only exceptions would be if I have any concerns about your wellbeing or the wellbeing of someone else, in which case, it would be my responsibility to exercise a duty of care and seek additional guidance. Also. regular supervision is an ethical responsibility and professional requirement, as it protects you, the client, whilst allowing a safe space for your therapist to explore confidentially the work we do together.

What happens if I am in crisis?

V.M. Therapy and Wellbeing is not a crisis or emergency service.

If you need to speak to someone urgently, please contact:

• Your GP surgery
• The NHS 24 hour helpline, by dialling 111 (open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
• The Samaritans, 116 123 (this number is free to call).
• Young Minds Parents Helpline: 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday 9.30am – 4pm, free for mobiles and landlines)
• For young people experiencing a mental health crisis: Text the YoungMinds Crisis Messenger for free 24/7 support. Text YM to 85258.