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If you are interested in recieving counselling from Greener Avenues Therapy the process will follow a rather simple procedure.

You will first have a free 30-minute phone consultation with me whereby we will discuss what has precipitated you decision to reach out to a counsellor. Once we agree that the counselling would benefit you and there is mutual agreement about the counselling, we will then schedule your first session which is an assessment session. The assessment session is longer than an regular counselling session whereby you will complete some assessment questionnaires. In addition, we spend time during the assessment discussing more in detail what is the main problem you are struggling with and start to identify the goals you would like to work on in counselling. We will agree on a number of sessions as well as go over the Greener Avenues Therapy client contract together. We will then schedule your sessions agreeing on a set time and day you can attend your sessions. When your counselling sessions come to an end, we will have a concluding session whereby we will reflect on your progress as well as complete the ending assessments.

At Greener Avenues Therapy I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you overcome a variety of mental health challenges.

CBT is a highly effective, evidence-based approach that focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. In addition to CBT, I integrate various strategies and tools from Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Person-Centred Therapy (PCT).

This comprehensive approach allows us to tailor our therapy sessions to meet your individual needs.

Compassion Focused Therapy helps in managing self-criticism and building self-compassion, which can be particularly beneficial if you are struggling with issues like anxiety or low self-esteem. Person-Centred Therapy, on the other hand, allows us to create a supportive and empathetic environment where you can explore your feelings and experiences at your own pace.

By combining these therapies, I aim to empower your mind and heal your heart, guiding you through a shared journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth.

For Greener Avenues Therapy, I offer in-person counselling and online video counselling. I have a warm and cosy space in the Infinity Clinic by Dr Claire in Edinburgh whereby I conduct in-person sessions with clients. For online counselling sessions I use the secure platform called Write-Upp to conduct online video counselling sessions.

For an in-person session, it is £65 per session whereas for online counselling sessions it is £60. For Perinatal Mental Health Support it is £70 per session.

You can get in touch via enquiry page on the website, or you can use the enquire buttons you can find on each page. I have an Instagram page (greeneravenuestherapy) and Facebook page (Greener Avenues Therapy) that you can use to contact me. All enquiries are linked to the Greener Avenues Therapy email inbox. I aim to answer all enquiries within 2 days. I also have a work phone number which is 07346146531 you can either phone me or send me a message.

It is standard practice that when you enter a counselling contract that you share the details of your GP Practice with the counsellor. I would never contact your GP without your knowledge or consent. If I have concerns regarding risk or safeguarding, I will follow the standard procedure stipulated by the BACP & the BABCP regarding risk and then contact the necessary parties, which may include your GP.

Please note that Greener Avenues Therapy is not a crisis service. If at anytime you believe you at risk for harming yourself, please either contact the crisise services Samaritans 116 123 or for a life-threatening mental health emergency, call 999 or go to A&E.

At Greener Avenues Therapy, I am offering specialised counselling to those who are struggling with their mental health & emotional difficulties they might be experiencing related to the perinatal period. For more information on this service, you will find details on the Counselling at Greener Avenues Therapy page.