What to Expect in a Session

Sessions are collaborative and shaped by what you bring, what we notice together, and what feels appropriate for you.

Our work may include conversation alongside attention to your present-moment experience — sensations, emotions, movement, patterns of tension or protection, and what may be happening in relationship. At times we may work more directly with the body through movement or therapeutic touch, where this feels relevant and is mutually agreed upon.

There is no expectation that you need to access a particular feeling, tell your whole story, or make something happen. We can move with curiosity and at a pace that allows space for choice, communication and your own experience.

My role is not simply to apply a particular technique, but to work alongside you in understanding the relationship between body, mind and experience, and what may become possible through that understanding.

Possible Benefits and Challenges

Somatic and psychotherapeutic work can sometimes bring greater awareness to feelings, sensations, memories or patterns that have previously been outside of our attention. At times this can feel uncomfortable, unfamiliar or emotionally challenging.

We will pay attention to this together. You are always encouraged to let me know if something does not feel right, if you would like to slow down, or if you do not wish to continue with a particular exploration.

People come to this work for many different reasons and experiences vary from person to person. Over time, therapy may support greater awareness of yourself and your body, an increased capacity to recognise and respond to your needs, and more choice in how you relate to yourself, others and the experiences that arise in your life.

Confidentiality

What you share in therapy is treated with respect and confidentiality.

There are limited circumstances in which I may need to share information without your consent. These include situations where there is a serious concern for your safety or the safety of another person, where disclosure is required or permitted by law, or where particular legal reporting obligations apply.

Wherever it is safe and practicable to do so, I will discuss any need to disclose information with you before taking action and will share only information relevant to the circumstances.

If you are under 18, we will discuss confidentiality, privacy and its limits with you and your parent or caregiver at the beginning of our work so that everyone has a clear understanding of how information will be managed.

Clinical supervision forms an important part of my professional practice. Where aspects of our work are discussed in supervision, identifying information is protected wherever possible.

Cancellations

I ask for at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice will usually incur the full session fee, as that time has been reserved specifically for you.

I understand that unexpected circumstances can arise, and these can be discussed with me when needed.

If I need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, I will give you as much notice as possible.