How is Brief Therapy different from traditional Counselling?
In traditional therapy, the therapist is often seen as the ‘expert’, possessing a knowledge and awareness of the client’s problem that the client needs to obtain.
In Brief Therapy, the therapist and client work collaboratively to understand and solve the problem. Both the client and therapist have particular areas of expertise. In traditional therapy, the client is often viewed as having ongoing difficulties as a result of past events.
In Brief Therapy, the client is viewed as having been influenced but not determined by past events. Just as the client may have deficits resulting from their past, they also have strengths and resources that are emphasized. Traditional therapy tends to focus on the past and on the problem at hand, whereas Brief Therapy focuses on the present/future and is solution-oriented.
What is expected of me, and what should I expect from my therapist?
As a client, it is helpful for you to embrace the idea that change is possible. Not everyone who appears in therapy is a candidate for change.
As a client, you will be expected to be able to acknowledge that you have a problem and embrace a willingness to work on it. You should see yourself as being part of a solution. Your therapist can guide you to finding the tools you need to resolve your difficulties.
It is your therapist's job to help clarify objectives and to put them, if possible, in attainable form. Together, you and your therapist will first define the problem and then determine goals that include a description of what a positive outcome will look like. You will also define the objectives that will help you work toward achieving your goal.
Fee for service is £45 per 55 minute session (approx). A sliding scale fee, based on your household income, is available if needed.
What will happen in my free initial consultation?
The free initial 15-30 minute consultation is that together, we can identify the problem, if Brief Therapy is the treatment of choice for you and whether or not to proceed further.
When are appointments available?
Appointment hours are varied. Daytime, weekday and evening hours are available. Please call us at 0115 9271113 or 07944609138 or Email me for any questions or the availability of specific appointment times.
In traditional therapy, the therapist is often seen as the ‘expert’, possessing a knowledge and awareness of the client’s problem that the client needs to obtain.
In Brief Therapy, the therapist and client work collaboratively to understand and solve the problem. Both the client and therapist have particular areas of expertise. In traditional therapy, the client is often viewed as having ongoing difficulties as a result of past events.
In Brief Therapy, the client is viewed as having been influenced but not determined by past events. Just as the client may have deficits resulting from their past, they also have strengths and resources that are emphasized. Traditional therapy tends to focus on the past and on the problem at hand, whereas Brief Therapy focuses on the present/future and is solution-oriented.
What is expected of me, and what should I expect from my therapist?
As a client, it is helpful for you to embrace the idea that change is possible. Not everyone who appears in therapy is a candidate for change.
As a client, you will be expected to be able to acknowledge that you have a problem and embrace a willingness to work on it. You should see yourself as being part of a solution. Your therapist can guide you to finding the tools you need to resolve your difficulties.
It is your therapist's job to help clarify objectives and to put them, if possible, in attainable form. Together, you and your therapist will first define the problem and then determine goals that include a description of what a positive outcome will look like. You will also define the objectives that will help you work toward achieving your goal.
Fee for service is £45 per 55 minute session (approx). A sliding scale fee, based on your household income, is available if needed.
What will happen in my free initial consultation?
The free initial 15-30 minute consultation is that together, we can identify the problem, if Brief Therapy is the treatment of choice for you and whether or not to proceed further.
When are appointments available?
Appointment hours are varied. Daytime, weekday and evening hours are available. Please call us at 0115 9271113 or 07944609138 or Email me for any questions or the availability of specific appointment times.
