"I was very unhappy after a relationship break-up when I first met Clare and she listened to me in a caring way. She helped me work through deep sadness and cope with life. I continued working with her and discovered more about how I was with other people and myself and I was able to feel better about myself. My self esteem and confidence increased. I would recommend her as a kind, thoughtful and thorough counsellor."
Costs
On Booking Your First Session
£40 - bank transfer.
Bolsover Street
Per 50 mins
Individuals £100 - £130
Couples £120 - £200
Online work
£60 to £100
I have 2 slots for people who are on benefits or low paid. Please contact me for further information.
Why Do I Pay A Fee On Booking?
A small number of people book sessions but don't turn up for them. I have to pay for room rental whether the client attends or not. This payment will be returned to you when counselling ends.
What do the different costs mean?
Initially, many clients believe that the more they pay me the better service I’ll give them which, since this is a common arrangement, isn't surprising. In fact, the lower cost covers my outgoings. I trust you entirely to determine what you can afford to pay me, if anything, above that. Making that choice (and not making a choice is a choice) is part of the therapeutic process around decision making, trust in yourself and in others, relationship with money and so on.
I can tell you unequivocally that I will not judge you to be a better or worse person because you pay me more or less. Judgement of you as a good or a bad person is simply not part of counselling.
Why do I pay for missed sessions?
For three reasons
1. Hiring a room costs money that all therapists have to pay whether the client attends a session or not. When an appointment is made for you another client can’t be seen at that time – that hour is yours whether you’re there or not.
2. Therapy is a commitment and investment. You’re valuing yourself by taking it seriously.
3. Paying and not paying for time set aside for you is an indication of how much respect you pay yourself and afford to others.
£40 - bank transfer.
Bolsover Street
Per 50 mins
Individuals £100 - £130
Couples £120 - £200
Online work
£60 to £100
I have 2 slots for people who are on benefits or low paid. Please contact me for further information.
Why Do I Pay A Fee On Booking?
A small number of people book sessions but don't turn up for them. I have to pay for room rental whether the client attends or not. This payment will be returned to you when counselling ends.
What do the different costs mean?
Initially, many clients believe that the more they pay me the better service I’ll give them which, since this is a common arrangement, isn't surprising. In fact, the lower cost covers my outgoings. I trust you entirely to determine what you can afford to pay me, if anything, above that. Making that choice (and not making a choice is a choice) is part of the therapeutic process around decision making, trust in yourself and in others, relationship with money and so on.
I can tell you unequivocally that I will not judge you to be a better or worse person because you pay me more or less. Judgement of you as a good or a bad person is simply not part of counselling.
Why do I pay for missed sessions?
For three reasons
1. Hiring a room costs money that all therapists have to pay whether the client attends a session or not. When an appointment is made for you another client can’t be seen at that time – that hour is yours whether you’re there or not.
2. Therapy is a commitment and investment. You’re valuing yourself by taking it seriously.
3. Paying and not paying for time set aside for you is an indication of how much respect you pay yourself and afford to others.
