Frequently Asked Questions
(and answers!)
What’s your availability?
I can be flexible with session times so please do ask.
My usual days are Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, evenings and weekends
What is your counselling experience?
I hold a Professional Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy, a COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills, and a BSc in Psychology.
I have experience counselling since 2022 with roles at Edinburgh College, Health is One, and currently HealthHero and private practice.
How do you handle my data?
Your privacy and sensitive information is extremely important. I am registered with the Information Commissioners Office and electronic records are stored securely and handled in line with data protection and professional confidentiality requirements.
Is therapy confidential?
Everything we discuss in your sessions is kept strictly confidential and I follow ethical and legal guidelines to protect your privacy.
The only time I may need to break confidentiality is if I believe you or somebody else is at serious risk and we will have an open conversation about this.
I have monthly supervision to discuss my client work, to make sure that I am providing you with effective support.
Can I follow you on social media?
You are more than welcome to follow and interact with my professional accounts on Instagram and TikTok @counselling_with_alex (links in footer). It can be a good way of getting to know me better as a therapist.
Please read my social media disclaimer pinned to the top of my profiles explaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
How much do you charge?
Each 1 hour session is £50 and 1.5 hour single-sessions are £65.
Concessionary rates can be applied
Any questions I haven’t answered?
Don’t be afraid to ask!