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What Will Happen On The First Counselling Session?

The first session is primarily an initial assessment. This offers the opportunity for you and the Counsellor to explore what it is you want from counselling. It enables both you and the Counsellor the chance to get to know each other and to decide if we can work together on your issues.

 

What Sort Of Issues Do You Cover?

Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bereavement and Loss, Relationship Problems,  Stress, Emotional Difficulties, Life Crisis, Problems at Work, Physical and Sexual Abuse, Anger Management, Personal Debt Problems. I also cover many other issues that may not always be obvious but can still disrupt normal daily life and relationships; if your issue is not listed here or you are in any doubt or have a few questions, please call for a free informal chat.



How Many Counselling Sessions Will I Need?

This is difficult to say and is dependent on the issues you bring to the sessions. Typically, you should budget for about 6 sessions to start with, if I feel that more are needed, I will discuss this with you. Many clients often choose to continue in counselling for much longer for reasons such as personal development and growth. However, I have an open-ended contract with my clients and they can end the counselling sessions by giving me one session notice. This is to allow us to review what you have achieved and try to resolve any unfinished business.

 

How Much Does a Counselling Appointment Cost?

I charge by the session not by the hour.  

Individual counselling $60.00 per session

Couple counselling $100.00 per session

 

How Can I Pay For My Counselling Sessions?

I accept cash, as there is no EFTPOS facility available.  Unless we have a prior agreement, payment is usually made after the session.

How Long Do Counselling Sessions Last?

A counselling session will last a minimum of 50 minutes but could, with mutual agreement, last up to an hour and a quarter. You can of course terminate the session at any time.

 
Can I Smoke During Counselling Sessions?

In the interests of health and safety smoking is not permitted during counselling sessions. However, the counselling room is located on the ground floor and, if you wish, you can take a short break outside.

Where Are You Located? 

After hours office is located at 55 Marguerita St, Rotorua. 

Please refer to the map on the Make an appointment page to find futher directions.

What Happens If I have To Cancel Or Reshedule My Counselling Session?

If we agree to work together on your issues it is very important and a matter of mutual respect that you keep your appointments. If for any reason you need to cancel an appointment I will need at least 2 days notice. In an emergency I can accept a rescheduling of appointments within 24 hours of your appointment time.