What to expect from your first session
I offer an initial 'intake session' free of charge lasting around 30-minutes. In this initial session, we will discuss some of the reasons why you've chosen to enter therapy at this time and what you'd like to achieve in our work together. There is no 'standard' approach to a first session in therapy, however, to make the process less daunting or mysterious, here I'll outline some of the things you might expect to see.
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Introductions
Just as in any meaningful interaction, we'll start off with an introduction. I will tell you about who I am as a therapist and what person-centred counselling is all about.
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Reasons for Starting Therapy
When we see therapists, it is most often during a very difficult moment in our lives. We will briefly cover why you've chosen to start therapy now and what you'd hope to accomplish. How will you know that coming in for therapy will have made a difference for you? What will be the sign that something has changed?
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The Contract
When we enter the work of therapy, we enter into a contract. This is done to assure that your right to know the terms and conditions of counselling is protected. It is imperative that you have informed consent and agreement prior to starting any psychological therapy. We will both physically sign a document when in-person; remote sessions will need an electronic signature. If we agree to work together we will sign the document on the same day, however, if you'd like some time before committing we can do this another time instead.
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Ending the Intake Session
Toward the end of the intake session, chances are you'll know whether you'd like us to work together. If we do agree to begin the process of therapy, either at the end of this initial session or a follow-up email, I will collect some basic information about yourself (such as best contact information, your GP, etc) to make our working relationship as smooth as possible.
To book an appointment, please email OSKARSTHERAPY@OUTLOOK.COM
Why the intake session is important and necessary
The main goal of the intake session is for you to be able to think about whether I, as a therapist, suit you and what you are looking for from a therapist. It is also for me to assess whether I have the approach, skills, and expertise right for you. It is important that you understand that you do not need to ask all of your questions in this first session; ask them at any point throughout our work together.
Let's Work Together
Get in touch over email at oskarstherapy@outlook.com