Frequently asked questions

A note on confidentiality

Counselling is a confidential space, and I will explain what confidentiality means at the beginning of our work together.

What you talk about in counselling will normally remain private. I won't routinely share the details of your sessions with parents or other people without your agreement.

There are some limits to confidentiality. For example, if I become concerned that you or someone else may be at risk of serious harm, or if I am legally required to share information, I may need to involve someone else.

If I do have a safeguarding concern, I will aim to talk about this with you first, explain what I'm concerned about and involve you in deciding what happens next wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so. There may be exceptional circumstances where information needs to be shared without your agreement in order to protect you or someone else.

I will also discuss my work with a clinical supervisor as part of my professional practice. Any information shared in supervision is treated confidentially and in accordance with my professional responsibilities.

My aim is to be open and honest about confidentiality from the beginning, so that you know what to expect and can feel safe in our work together.