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New To Therapy

New To Therapy

This package offers a guide to help you begin therapy and discover more about yourself and what direction you want to head.

4 Session NEW TO THERAPY PACKAGE

4 x 50 minute focused sessions with a theme to each

Session (1) – Telling your life story

This session serves as an opportunity for you to share your story and for your Counsellor to get to know you.  *Informed by Narrative therapy.

Session (2) – Explore your relationships

This session allows you to reflect on the meaningful relationships in your life and the role that they play.  *Informed by Attachment Therapy.

Session (3) – A day in your life

This session gives you the chance to review how you live an average day by exploring your habits and ways of being. *Informed by Behavioural Therapy. 

Session (4) – Recap and identifying future steps

We will recap previous sessions, and discuss different counselling theories and techniques that you may want to work with. This session gives you a chance to identify therapeutic goals or direction if you want to continue with therapy. *Informed by ACT Therapy.


FAQ

Can I meet you before starting a package?

Definitely. Before beginning a package, you can book a free 30-minute consultation to get a sense of what working with me would be like, or to raise any questions about the package.

Do I need to start with one of these packages to begin counselling?
 
No, these packages are not required to begin counselling at my clinic, they are simply designed to offer a more structured approach for those who prefer that.

Am I required to complete all sessions once I start?

There is no obligation to complete all sessions once you begin. 

Do I need to pay for a package upfront?

No, packages are pay-as-you-go. Clients can pay after each session by credit card or e-transfer

Do I need to schedule all sessions at once, or complete them within a certain time frame? 

You can start by scheduling your first session. During your first session we can schedule the remaining sessions either all at once or one at a time, based on your preferences. That said, some clients prefer booking all of the sessions ahead to give themselves an early boost of commitment.

*To create a sense of consistency and stability, I encourage clients to book on a weekly or biweekly basis, but this is not a requirement.

What happens after the package ends? 

In your last session we will work together to decide how to move forward.

I’ve helped thousands of people gain clarity & feel happier & more in control of their lives. It would be an honour and pleasure to be your therapist – Mary Cross

Mary Cross, therapist

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