Christine Lilley Dip. Couns., Dip. Supn., MBACP (Snr Acc), UKRCP

Q. Will you just sit there and say nothing or just repeat back what I have said?
A. No. I do interact with you, but appropriately. It is your space to talk and I do not interrupt or bring in my own life to your session. However, for example, I might offer some challenge about recurring patterns of behaviour or thoughts that are impacting on you negatively.

Q. My issues are very painful and I have not spoken about them before. Will you be shocked by what I say?
A. I know some events in our lives are very traumatic. I would work at your, pace to unpack feelings and you would be in control of that pace. I would not be shocked by what you disclose but would support you in facing whatever that might be.

Q. I am an intelligent person but solutions go round and round in my head. Why can't I sort it out myself?
A. Being an intelligent person does not guarantee that we always can reach a solution by ourselves. Sometimes there are no clear solutions and working through the disappointment of that can help move us on. Dealing with our feelings and coming to terms with disappointment with the support of an independent person can be helpful.

Q. Are there any areas of counselling you do not work within?
A. Yes. I do not specialise in working with addiction or phobias. However, I do have experience in working with clients who have dealt with such issues and wish to have ongoing support to continue to gain confidence in moving on in their lives.

Q. What are your fees?
A. My current fee scale is as follows:-

• Individual sessions £30.00 for one hour (including initial session)
  
• Couples sessions £35.00 for one hour (including initial session)
  
• Supervision (trainee therapists) £30.00 for one hour
  
• Supervision (qualified therapists)£35.00 for one hour
  
• Counselling for outside organisations/EAP Providers/Insurance. Fees on application.

Fees are payable per session.

For further information or to make an appointment please use the e-mail link below or telephone 01787 478153.
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