What to expect
from your Therapy with me...
Therapy is all about change. Changing those things that we can, and having acceptance of those things that simply cannot be changed.
Once you have an awareness and understanding of why things are happening in your life you have the opportunity to take ACTION.
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For whatever reason you decided to have therapy with me, positive change will occur when you commit to changing your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
Preparing for your Therapy Session
Starting therapy is a meaningful step toward change, and preparing for the process can help you get the most out of your sessions.
Before we begin, it can be useful to take some time to reflect on what you hope to achieve. Consider making a list of the issues you’d like to explore, what you feel your current difficulties are, and how they’re affecting different areas of your life. Having a general idea of your goals will give our work direction and clarity, though you don’t need to have everything figured out from the start, therapy is a space to explore and uncover these things together.
Please bring a journal so that you can capture the direction of the sessions and log your homework. There’s often a lot covered within the sessions including exercises, reflections, and home play. These can reinforce the work outside of the therapy sessions and deepen understanding for yourself and your partner. The more you invest in the process outside the room, the more progress you’re likely to see.
Self-care is also a vital part of therapy. You will be encouraged to try relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, visualisations, or light movement all of which can support your mood, focus, and energy. These practices are simple but powerful tools to help you manage stress and stay grounded between sessions.
My therapeutic approach is warm and friendly, but I also aim to challenge you in meaningful ways. It is often in moments of discomfort where the real work is seen, after all; ‘Conflict is growth trying to happen’. What are we arguing for, what would we like from each other. If you're ever feeling unsure, frustrated, or uncomfortable during our work together, I encourage you to bring it into the room. Talking openly about your feelings even about therapy itself is part of the process and can be incredibly empowering. You will have a voice here.
Ultimately, therapy is a space for honesty, reflection, and change. It requires commitment, curiosity, and courage. If you’ve made the decision to begin this work, you’ve already taken a powerful step. The more you engage with the process, the more space you create to see yourself and your life with greater clarity and compassion.
The intimate goal is authenticity.
About me
Based in Winchester, I provide therapy to individuals and couples locally and online.
Many people searching for therapy in Winchester, or simply looking for ‘therapy near me’, find that psychosexual and relationship therapy offers the support they need.
This helps them to navigate intimacy, identity, and relational challenges in a safe and compassionate space.