Covid poses "greatest threat to mental health since the second world war." Learn more about how we're supporting people during this challenging time.
Covid poses "greatest threat to mental health since the second world war." Learn more about how we're supporting people during this challenging time.
Depression & anxiety group therapy beginning 9th May (morning and evening sessions available). Click here for more information.
Calm, non-judgemental space
In-person and online sessions
Professional, accredited counsellors
Flexible appointment options
At its core, counselling is a confidential conversation with a trained therapist, focused on you, your experiences, and what feels important in your life.
Counselling is not about being judged, analysed, or told what to do. It is not about fixing you or forcing you to talk about things before you are ready. Instead, it is a space where you are listened to carefully, where your experiences are taken seriously, and where you can begin to make sense of what you are carrying.
Many people worry they will need to explain everything clearly or have the right words. In reality, counselling often begins with uncertainty, pauses, and working things out together.
A counselling session usually involves talking with your therapist about whatever feels most relevant for you that day. This might include current stresses, ongoing worries, past experiences, or feelings that are difficult to name.
Your therapist may ask gentle questions, reflect back what they notice, or help you slow things down so you can explore your thoughts and feelings more clearly. You set the pace. Silence is allowed. You are not expected to share everything at once.
Over time, sessions often help people notice patterns, gain new perspectives, and feel more able to respond to situations rather than feeling overwhelmed by them.
Individuals come to therapy for many different reasons. Sometimes it may feel as if life isn't making any sense. You may feel stuck or confused, lost or powerless and disengaged from yourself or those around you. Talking to friends and family may not always be the best option, and you can find yourself feeling very much alone with how you are feeling. Our team can support you through the various challenges:
It can be helpful to know what counselling does not expect of you. Counselling is a collaborative process, and you remain in control of what you share and how you use the space.
You can meet with your therapist at our Walsall clinic, online via our video portal or a blend of both. Whether you're local or not, our team can help.
We know that starting counselling is a big step, and we want the process to feel as simple and stress-free as possible. That’s why we’re upfront about our fees, with no hidden costs or surprises. Your journey begins with an Initial Consultation (priced slightly lower than a standard session). It gives us a chance to really listen, understand what you’re going through, and shape the support around your needs.
We also believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to getting help. That’s why we’ve partnered with organisations like NHS Talking Therapies Plus and Being You Therapy to offer additional support where needed. If finances are a concern, just let us know when you get in touch. We’ll do our best to find a solution that works for you.
People find counselling helpful for different reasons including, but not limited to,
It will usually start with quite boring admin, like filling in the necessary forms with your personal details. We'll also ask you to talk a bit about why you're coming to counselling and what you hope to get out of it.
Additionally, initial assessments are a chance for you to check if we're the right fit for you. You might want to ask:
It may be worth writing your questions down and bringing them with you; it's easy to forget them once you're actually in there.
Defined by the NHS, "Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing the way you think and behave."
It is one of the most effective treatments for conditions where anxiety or depression is the main problem. It is the most effective psychological treatment for moderate and severe depression and can be as effective as antidepressants.
However, it can also be used to treat several other mental health challenges. For more information about how CBT works, click here to visit NHS online.
Sometimes talking to a friend can be helpful, and counsellors often encourage clients to speak with their family and friends. However, there are some disadvantages to using friends as your only confidants and support. Learn more about the differences between talking with your counsellor and a friend.
