Understanding Counselling and Psychotherapy

Counselling and psychotherapy are "talking therapies" that offer a safe space for clients in distress to discuss their problems with a professional helper. Through listening and collaboration, the goal is to help clients find a better path forward. Both counselling and psychotherapy aim to provide support during times of crisis or change, allowing clients to explore, discover, and clarify ways to live more resourcefully. People seek these services for various reasons, including stress, anxiety, bereavement, addiction, and relationship issues.

Difference Between Counselling and Psychotherapy

Although counselling and psychotherapy overlap considerably, with the terms often used interchangeably, there are some distinctions between the two practices. Counselling typically focuses on immediate issues that have arisen recently, such as bereavement or relationship breakdown. On the other hand, psychotherapy tends to address deeper, long-term issues rooted in the past, like trauma or ongoing effects of mistreatment. However, the primary objective of both counselling and psychotherapy remains the same: providing professional assistance to help individuals overcome personal challenges and improve their well-being.

Who Can Benefit from Therapy?

Therapy is suitable for anyone open to exploring their issues and embracing change. Our service primarily focuses on clients aged 18 and older, with limited availability for children and young adults due to the specific training required for this age group.

Our therapists are trained to assist clients facing various challenges, including sexual abuse, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, stress, past trauma or PTSD, cancer, bereavement, self-esteem issues, bullying, motivation, anger, relationship problems, and suicide (including those affected by or bereaved by suicide).

What to Expect from Therapy?

If you feel therapy could be beneficial for you, please contact one of our therapists for a no-obligation discussion about your situation. Should you decide to proceed, an initial appointment will be scheduled. At the end of your first session, your therapist will outline a personalised plan that best suits your needs. The number of planned sessions varies depending on each client's circumstances. Some cases may require only a few sessions, particularly when utilising approaches like CBT, while others may benefit from longer-term work for more deep-seated issues.

If you are satisfied with the proposed plan, you'll be asked to commit to a set number of regular sessions (weekly or biweekly, typically on the same day and time, although this can be adjusted to meet your specific needs). Any questions about therapy or our policies can be addressed during your initial meeting with your therapist.

 

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Understanding Therapy Costs

Session Fees: The cost per session is agreed upon with your therapist during your initial contact or first appointment. Payments are made directly to your therapist at the end of each session. Each therapist sets their own rate per session, which will be discussed when you first make contact with them. Our rates typically range from €70 to €100 per session, although reduced rates may be available for clients who cannot afford the full rate. Please note that reduced cost sessions are subject to therapist discretion and availability.

Overall Cost: Therapy can involve as few as two or three sessions for some individuals, while others may require a longer process. It may be difficult to determine the exact number of sessions you need until you begin working with your therapist.

We do not set an exact number of sessions, and the frequency of sessions may vary depending on your needs. Weekly, biweekly, or even monthly sessions may be sufficient, helping to spread out the overall cost.

We never ask clients to contract or pay for a set number of sessions upfront.

As a guideline, 6 to 8 sessions (attended weekly, biweekly, or monthly) are often sufficient for many people, although this can vary depending on individual circumstances. You will ultimately decide how many sessions you need and when to conclude therapy.

For more information on our pricing policy, please visit our Pricing Policy page.

Your comfort and satisfaction with therapy are essential. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us, and we will be happy to assist you.

SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING ONLINE SESSIONS

Several of our therapists are offering online and/or telephone support to existing, old and new clients. We request that any client who participates in therapy either by video or phone notes that, in addition to the Confidentiality terms discussed and agreed with your therapist, the recording of audio and/or video (by either party) is strictly forbidden. By agreeing to use either form of communication it is taken that both client and therapist are agreeing to this additional condition.