COUNSELLING IN WOKING & ONLINE
Chronic illness & MS
Space for the changes, uncertainty and losses that can come with illness.
A diagnosis or a change in your health can affect much more than your body. It may change how you see yourself, your relationships, your work or the future you imagined. Carers and family members can also find themselves carrying feelings that are difficult to share.
What we might explore
Counselling offers room to speak about frustration, grief, uncertainty and identity, without having to put a positive spin on your experience. We can explore what matters to you now and how you might live alongside the changes you face.
A conversation shaped around you
My integrative and relational approach puts your experience at the centre. We can notice patterns, understand feelings and consider what support or change might look like for you. There is no requirement to tell your whole story at once.
My experience
I have undertaken specialist MS counselling training and have a particular interest in supporting people through changes in health, diagnosis and ongoing illness. Our work can also make room for shifts in identity, relationships and work, and for the experiences of carers and family members.
Practical details
Sessions last 50 minutes, cost £60 and are available to adults aged 18 and over, face-to-face in Woking, online or by telephone. We can discuss arrangements in a free introductory call.
Do I need to know what to talk about?
No—you don’t need to arrive with a clear plan or know exactly what to say. We can begin with whatever is on your mind and take time together to explore what you need from counselling.
Can we meet online or by telephone?
Yes. I offer face-to-face counselling in Woking, as well as online and telephone sessions.
What happens in the introductory call?
I offer a free 20-minute consultation by telephone or video call so we can talk through what you’re looking for and see if I’m the right person to support you. I’m happy to talk through any questions you may have, so you can get a feel for how I work and decide whether therapy with me feels right for you. There is no obligation to book.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. What you share in our sessions is treated confidentially, so you can speak openly about what’s on your mind. There are some exceptions, including certain legal obligations or serious concerns about your safety or someone else’s. Wherever possible, I would discuss any need to share information with you first.
I also receive regular professional supervision, where your identity is protected. We’ll talk through confidentiality before we begin, and you’re welcome to ask questions at any time.