Frequently Asked Questions About Attending Therapy

Why therapy?

The world we live in is moving at a blistering pace and leaves us with little time or space to think about our lives, check in with ourselves and take a good look at what part of us needs attention.  Psychotherapy and counselling provides that necessary space to engage with ourselves and reflect on our lives.

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What is Integrative Therapy?

Good therapy is not a one size fits all approach.  I use an integrative therapeutic approach because people are individuals and require a form of therapy that suits their needs, taking into account their experiences, their beliefs and their way of life.

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How long does therapy take?

The answer to this question depends on the reason why an individual attends therapy. Some clients worry that once they start attending, they will not know when to end their therapy.  I tend to work with my clients for a six to eight week period and after that time we have a review and discuss how the therapy is progressing and how they wish to proceed.

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How will I know my therapist is right for me?

I tell my clients to trust their instincts when considering if their therapist is right for them because in the world of therapy it is the quality of the client/therapist relationship that counts.  Do they feel heard?  Does their therapist use jargon they don’t understand?  Does their therapist over share?  Does the client feel that they are being treated with respect?  Do they trust their therapist with a sense that their therapist is in their corner?  Do they feel judged?  Do they feel unsafe?   Does their therapist disrupt the session for a phone call or another reason?  These are all the right questions a client should ask themselves and if the answers are not as they should be, they may need to find another therapist.

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How will I know it’s working?

An individual should feel a little better after a few weeks. If they don’t or if they are dreading going back to therapy, this is definitely worth discussing with their therapist who should listen to their concerns and work with them on identifying alternative approaches