And if what you’re wondering isn’t here, please just ask — no question is too small.
Counselling is a confidential and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences with a trained professional.
It can help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, process difficult experiences and explore ways to support your emotional wellbeing.
The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and explore what has brought you to counselling. We will discuss:
You do not need to know exactly what you want to talk about. We can explore things together at a pace that feels comfortable.
Everyone’s counselling journey is different.
Some people may benefit from short-term support, while others may choose longer-term counselling. We can regularly review your progress and discuss what feels most helpful for you.
Yes. Confidentiality is an important part of creating a safe therapeutic relationship.
There are some exceptions where information may need to be shared, such as concerns relating to safeguarding or serious risk of harm. Where possible, this would always be discussed with you.
Yes. All sessions are delivered online.
Online counselling allows you to access support from a place where you feel comfortable and can be especially helpful for individuals who prefer flexibility or find accessing face-to-face support difficult.
You will need:
Headphones are recommended where possible to support privacy.
No.
Counselling is your space, and you are not expected to share anything before you feel ready. Building trust takes time, and we will work at a pace that feels right for you.
Yes. I support young people aged 11–25.
I recognise that young people communicate in different ways, and sessions are adapted to suit their individual needs.
Parents/carers are an important part of supporting young people.
At the start of counselling, we will discuss confidentiality, safeguarding and communication boundaries.
The aim is to balance supporting the young person while respecting their privacy and creating a safe therapeutic relationship.
Protective Behaviours is an empowerment approach that supports children and young people to develop emotional safety skills.
It helps individuals understand feelings, recognise boundaries, identify trusted support and develop confidence in communicating their needs.
No.
Protective Behaviours and counselling can complement each other, but they have different focuses. Counselling provides space to explore thoughts, feelings and experiences, while Protective Behaviours focuses on emotional safety, empowerment, boundaries and confidence.
Yes.
The InnerMind Haven offers tailored workshops and programmes for schools, charities and organisations.
Sessions can be adapted around your setting’s needs and may focus on emotional wellbeing, Protective Behaviours, identity, belonging and confidence.
Yes.
I offer culturally informed workshops exploring topics such as identity, belonging, family expectations, emotional expression and experiences that can impact wellbeing.
These sessions aim to create safe spaces for young people to explore their experiences and feel understood.
