Frequently asked questions

What do people come to counselling for?

It can be for any reason and sometimes people are not even sure why they want to come. However the following are common: 

• “I want rid of my anger”
• “I can’t form meaningful relationships”
• “I can’t get over this grief”
• “I can’t see any point in anything”
• “I’m so frightened and anxious all the time”
• “I feel so depressed all the time”
• “I feel like a failure”

We can have a one off session where you can get a sense of what the work is like and whether it’s something that would feel right for you. I also offer a free 15 minute initial consultation by telephone. 

How much is it?

Each 50 minute session costs £50.00

What do I have to do?

All you are asked to do is talk about whatever is on your mind no matter what that might be. People often worry about doing counselling “wrong” but there is really no wrong way of doing it. Whatever you talk about, no matter how mundane, strange or embarrassing it may seem to you, will be important. You would have to commit to the process by turning up at a regular time on a regular day (which we would agree in advance) each week. 

How do I book a first session?

Contact me by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Or by telephone on 0141 280 2874. I will reply to any messages left as soon as I can

Does counselling work?

Research suggests that counselling in general is effective s in making people feel better. Psychodynamic counselling in particular seems to be particularly effective at producing enduring change in people. In other words, unlike some other therapies, its effects seem to last well beyond the duration of the therapy.

How long will it take?

It’s difficult to give a precise answer to this question because your therapy will be unique to you. However we are usually talking months rather than weeks. 

Is it normal to feel scared to come to counselling?

It’s very common for people to feel apprehensive and anxious at the thought of coming to counselling for the first time. But although these feelings can be unpleasant they may also be a sign of a willingness to change. 

Where are you based?

My room is at 17 Elmbank Street Glasgow, about a 5 minute walk from Charing Cross train station.

Parking is available at Charing Cross Car Park.

I also work from the Garnethill Centre in Rose Street.