Here are some common questions people ask about therapy. However, I believe the best way to get an answers to any question is to contact me.
Is my therapy confidential?
As an Accredited member of ACA and ASSERT NSW I am bound by the Code of Ethics and their rules of confidentiality.
What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?
As a wise person put it:
“Therapists are like a coach standing on the sidelines observing your life, while your friends are actual players in the game. “Both are important, but the roles and perspectives are different.”
Therapists have no stake in the outcome, they are objective and trained professionals able to provide a safe, supportive, empathic place where the focus can be on you alone.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of therapy sessions varies according to the issues involved and their complexity. Sometimes only one or two sessions are required. Occasionally deeper issues require extended therapy. We work together and review regularly any treatment plan. Occasionally a medical practitioner’s involvement might be requested to eliminate any physiological cause of a concerning problem. The initial appointment focuses on gaining a detailed understanding of you and your needs.
A thorough initial consultation is important to ensure that subsequent sessions are relevant and helpful to you. I request that the initial session is for 110 minutes.
Does therapy involve physical touching?
Psychosexual therapy DOES NOT involve any physical touch or examination.
How long is a counselling session?
Sessions are 50 minutes for both couples and individuals. Initial sessions are for 110 minutes. Longer sessions may be made by prior arrangement. Please contact me.
Cancellation of an Appointment
You must give 24 hours’ notice when cancelling or rescheduling and appointment. Full fees will be charged if you are late.
Are there health fund rebates?
Sexual health counselling does not yet fall under the Medicare rebate scheme. Check with your private fund to see if counselling services are covered.
What if my partner refuses to come to therapy?
Ultimately we all do our own therapy. If your partner does not wish to attend couple therapy you can gain insight into your behaviours and the dynamics of your relationship by coming to individual counselling. If your partner does initially attend and one of you would like to continue in individual sessions, I can work with only one of you. Potential trust issues can arise moving from individual into couple’s work with the same therapist .
Making positive changes in your life can frequently benefit the relationship as a whole. Hopefully, by working through your issues you will enhance your intimacy, however, if the relationship is irretrievable, counselling can help minimise the pain of separation.