Familiar surroundings
Talk from a private place where you already feel comfortable and do not need to adjust to a new setting.
Online and telephone counselling can offer flexibility, privacy and continuity without losing the warmth of a genuine therapeutic relationship.
Some people prefer meeting in a counselling room. Others find that online or telephone sessions fit their life, location or comfort more naturally.
Talk from a private place where you already feel comfortable and do not need to adjust to a new setting.
Remove travel time, parking and geographical distance from the practical side of attending counselling.
Online sessions may fit more easily around work, caring responsibilities, mobility needs or changing circumstances.
Continue sessions when travel, relocation or temporary circumstances make face-to-face meetings difficult.
Choose video sessions or discuss whether telephone counselling feels more comfortable and appropriate.
The therapeutic relationship remains central, with the same care, attention and professional boundaries.
Choose somewhere you are unlikely to be overheard or interrupted. A comfortable chair, reliable connection and headphones can help you feel more settled and protect privacy.
It can also be useful to allow a few quiet minutes before and after the session, rather than moving immediately between counselling and another meeting or responsibility.
For many people, a strong and meaningful counselling relationship develops online. What matters most is whether the format feels safe, private and workable for you. The introductory conversation is a good opportunity to discuss this.
Discuss whether video or telephone counselling is appropriate and confirm the practical arrangements.
Join at the agreed time from a quiet place where you can speak freely and feel physically comfortable.
Talk, reflect and explore what matters to you, with Julia adapting the process to your needs and pace.
Julia will explain the arrangements and professional boundaries. You will also need to choose a private environment and take reasonable steps to prevent being overheard.
Usually, a suitable phone, tablet or computer, a reliable connection and a private space are sufficient. Headphones are helpful but not always essential.
This may be possible depending on availability and what is clinically and practically appropriate. It can be discussed directly with Julia.
Fees are charged per counselling session. If you are unsure which type of session is appropriate, the free introductory conversation is a good place to start.
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One-to-one counselling for adults, face-to-face or online where appropriate.
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A balanced counselling space for couples and relationship difficulties.
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A reduced rate for counselling students who need personal therapy as part of their training requirements.
Arrange a free introductory call to ask about online or telephone counselling and whether it may suit your circumstances.