Initial Consultation

Service Description

The induction session (like all sessions) will last for 50 minutes. Sessions begin on the hour. It is not unusual to feel anxious or nervous about the initial meeting; but don’t worry – we work in a relaxed, calm, and respectful manor which will always ensure your wellbeing is of priority. Initially, we will informally introduce ourselves and enjoy a conversation about our hobbies and interests. This helps us begin to develop a working relationship and understanding of our personalities and traits. We will then discuss the client contract and answer any questions you may have on any aspect within it. We will ensure contracts have been signed by both parties. A discussion will then take place around your ‘new intake client form’ and we will confirm details and information from your past. This process helps to ensure your chosen therapy is best suited to your need and desired outcomes from working together. An informal conversation will take place around the reason you have decided to seek counselling. In doing so, we will consider what has brought you to therapy, what you hope to achieve by the end of therapy. At the end of the session you will be given a short task to complete over the following week for the next session. This simple task will begin to challenge you to consolidate our initial discussion, practise a skill and/or reflect on a specific aspect of therapy linked to your therapeutic approach. Whilst this is not a mandatory component, buy-in with a weekly task or activity plays an important part of therapy. It enables you to consider our work in real contexts, experiment with different approaches and models we have discussed in class and to help evaluate progress and the impact of change in small steps that can be reflected upon and used to drive sessions forward. Finally, we will book your first appointment at a convenient time for you. (In-Person)

Contact Details

• 25 Cowleaze Path, Banwell, UK

  07988888607

  westonsupermarecounselling@gmail.com