What is the difference between Counselling and Psychotherapy?
Counselling and Psychotherapy often overlap with each other, therefore in plain language:
Counselling is a short term, time limited therapy that concentrates on specific issues with a duration that can be from two or three sessions to a possible twenty sessions depending on circumstance.
Psychotherapy is a long term open ended therapy used with deeper issues.
Therapy
Due to the Coronavirus on-line counselling is offered via SKYPE and ZOOM.
The counselling approach I use is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) which is a psychological treatment that helps in disputing peoples negative beliefs by challenging their thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
The initial consultation is used to assess your suitability to proceed with therapy. CBT is a collaborative process so we will work together to:
The success of CBT depends on your active participation throughout the duration of the therapy, as such, commitment is essential.
Duration
The duration of therapy is governed by the issues presented, usually weekly and each session will last one hour.
Cost
Individuals: £45.00 per hour
Couples: £55.00 per hour
Students in Counselling Training: £30.00 per hour.
Student fees are subject to the provision of evidence from the counselling training provider - College, University etc.
Corporate and other fees by arrangement.
Payment
Cash or Card at the end of each session
Card by Phone paid in advance
Bank Transfer paid in advance
On-line counselling paid in advance
Alternative methods of payment are by arrangement only.
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