Below is some information that you need to be aware of in relation to the practicalities of Psychodynamic therapy. It is important that you understand these. If there's anything that you would like to talk through please do contact me.
How do I contact you?
Please email me at LouiseMcBride.Therapy@gmail.com or Text/Call me on 07837524531
(Enquiries Monday to Thursday are generally responded to within 1 day)
(Enquiries on a weekend are generally responded to on the following Monday except on bank holidays)
Do you work in person and online?
We can work in-person, online or a blend of both. Online therapy can feel different to in-person so we will discuss whether this is a suitable medium for you.
Who do you work with?
I work with individual adults (16+)
My practice is fully inclusive and non-discriminatory.
What are your fees?
Fees are discussed on initial contact (text, phone or email) or at the introductory meeting. Fees are reviewed annually in December. I charge for all cancellations other than agreed holidays. This is because the time that we agree for your therapy is held solely for you for the duration of our work together. If you need to cancel a session please be aware that I don't generally access emails between sessions so request that late cancellations are made by voicemail. I will endeavour to find an alternative time to maintain continuity in your therapy, however this is not always guaranteed.
Cancellations
Cancellations are charged at the full fee where less than 48 hours notice is given.
How long do sessions last?
Psychodynamic therapy sessions are 50 minutes in duration. Sessions are preferable weekly but can be bi-weekly (depending on your circumstances).
Supervision sessions are generally 50 minutes twice monthly or 90 minutes monthly.
Are sessions confidential?
All sessions are confidential and issues discussed will not be reported to any third party unless there are considered to be risks to you or another individual’s welfare including Child Protection issues.
Please note that the use of any audio or video recording is strictly prohibited and may result in the termination of your therapy.
Are you professionally qualified?
Yes. I qualified from the University of Edinburgh in 2012. Please refer to the About Me page for more information. I am a Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a Senior Associate Member of the Association for Psychodynamic Practice and Counselling in Organisational Settings (APPCIOS)