Individual Counselling

Individual counselling is time for you when you are feeling that life is difficult for whatever reason.

Individual Counselling in Cheltenham and Bishop's Cleeve with Debbie Fitchsampson| Cheltenham Counsellor | In-person counselling | Face to face Counselling | Online Counselling

You may be looking for support following a significant life event, perhaps a relationship breakdown, bereavement, illness, trauma, or difficulties at work. 

You may feel things have never felt quite right, or you feel different to others in some way. Perhaps your struggles go back into your past, there may be childhood issues, abuse or you recognise cycles of depression, problems with anger, feelings of panic, or low mood. 

Your situation will be unique and I welcome talking to you about what’s going on for you.     

Through individual counselling and therapy you can:

  • gain a clearer understanding of yourself and your present situation
  • have a safe space to talk through issues and say things you wouldn’t say to family and friends
  • explore change
  • help to manage certain behaviours and emotions
  • receive support and encouragement to break cycles of behaviour
  • increase your confidence and self-esteem
  • learn to be more assertive
  • improve your relationships
  • learn to accept and come to terms with difficulties
  • have help and support through illness and chronic health conditions

First session 

Our first session is a chance to get a feel of how it will work between us. We can think about the approach that is right for you, including whether you need just a few sessions or an open-ended approach. We will review the sessions on a regular basis and you will always remain in control of bringing the counselling to a close should you wish to. If for whatever reason I am not the right person to help you, we can think about what help you need or I can refer you to a colleague. The first session is charged at the usual fee.

Typically counselling is arranged for weekly sessions, however I can offer flexibility to accommodate your individual needs. We can meet in person or online, or meet in person initially and move to online work if this feels right for you. 

Individual counselling is charged at £55 per 50 minute session. 

You can contact me either by phone or email. All enquiries will be dealt with quickly and confidentially.