Frequently Asked Questions
Will my therapy be confidential?
Yes, I take confidentiality and safety very seriously. Additionally, as a registered psychologist with the NZ and Australian Psychology Boards I am bound by a code of ethics. The only limitation to confidentiality that may occur is if I have concerns about your safety or the safety or others. I would then by law, have to break confidentiality. This is not common, and where possible I would endeavor to notify you first. If online I use a secure webcam platform designed for health services, it is encrypted ‘end to end’ this means that data sent during our appointment is coded and prevents our meeting from being intercepted. Despite the additional security measures, we cannot guarantee the security of information once it reaches your computer. For example, if you choose to keep copies of emails on your computer, it is your responsibility to ensure the security of that information.
What therapy styles do you use?
A huge part of effective therapy is choosing the correct support for you. This is very important as rapport and trust are an essential combination in a successful relationship. I use several evidence-based therapy styles to best suit your needs. I have experience in the following: - Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) - Mindfulness - Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) - Motivational Interviewing (MI) - Solutions Focused Therapy (SFT)
What are your rates?
- Individual Counselling is $205 per 50 min session. - Couples Counselling is $225 per 50 min session. - Life Coaching - contact DPS for cost options. If you are unable to attend, please advise us asap. If you do not attend or cancel within 48 hours a 50% cancellation fee applies. If you are late for your appointment and I am not notified, I will wait for 15 minutes. If you are more than 15 minutes late, our cancellation fee applies.