FAQs
What kind of clients do you see?
1.
My focus is on helping people navigate life’s challenges by building resilience using practical tools. Common reasons people come to see me include:
relationship & communication difficulties
life transitions
confidence & self-doubt
stress management & coping with change
personal growth & finding direction
decision making & boundaries
What is CBT & how do you use it?
2.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is a practical approach based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are connected. By understanding and shifting unhelpful patterns, you can feel better and cope more effectively.
In sessions, we might:
Identify thoughts that aren't helping you (like catastrophizing or self-criticism)
Notice how these thoughts affect your mood and what you do
Develop new ways of thinking and responding
Practice concrete skills you can use in daily life
What happens in sessions?
3.
A typical session is structured, confidential, and focused on you.
How it works:
We start by checking in on what's brought you in
I listen and ask questions to understand your situation
We identify patterns and what might help
Together we develop practical strategies you can use
You leave with clear steps to try before our next session
What to expect:
A safe, non-judgmental space
50-60 minutes of focused time
I guide and support, you're in control
We work at your pace and I ask for feedback
Practical, future-focused conversation
My role is to help you develop skills and confidence to navigate challenges yourself.
Who can use ‘tend’?
4.
‘tend’ is designed for anyone looking to understand and improve their emotional wellbeing. You don't need to be "unwell" or in crisis to use it. ‘tend’ is for anyone curious about their emotional life and wanting to build awareness and resilience.
‘tend’ works best as part of your regular routine. You might use it:
Daily or regularly:
Check in with how you're feeling each day
Notice patterns over time
Track what affects your mood (work stress, relationships, sleep, exercise)
Build awareness of your emotional patterns
When you're struggling:
Work through a specific challenge using CBT tools
Understand what's driving difficult feelings
Practice coping strategies in the moment
See progress as you work through something
Between counselling sessions:
Deepen your self-awareness between appointments
Practice skills your counsellor has taught you
Notice patterns to discuss in your next session
Build your own toolkit for managing stress