How long is a session, and how often would I come?
The length of a session is listed on the Fees & Medical Aid page.
How often you come is something we agree on together. It can change as we go.
What actually happens?
Mostly, we talk.
I ask what has brought you, and a little about your life: family, work, health, and what has helped before. I ask what you would like to be different.
I explain how I work and what confidentiality means. You can ask me anything.
Do I have to talk about everything straight away?
No.
You decide what to say and when. Some things take time, and that is expected.
Will you tell me what is wrong with me?
A first session is not a test, and you are not being judged.
I may tell you how I understand what you have described, and what might help. If a diagnosis is ever needed, for a medical aid claim for example, I explain it to you first.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on you, and on what you want from therapy.
Some people come a few times. Others come for longer. We look at how it is going as we go along, and you can stop at any time.
What does it cost, and does medical aid pay?
Fees are listed openly on the Fees & Medical Aid page, with an explanation of how medical aid usually works.
Do I need a referral?
You do not need a referral to make an appointment.
Some medical schemes ask for one before they will pay. It is worth asking your scheme.
Can I bring someone with me?
Yes. Someone can come with you to the rooms and wait.
Whether they sit in on the session is up to you. For Imago, partners usually attend together.
What if I do not like it, or I do not want to come back?
Then you do not come back. You do not owe anyone an explanation.
If you would rather see someone else, I can suggest where to look.
The information on this website is general information. It is not psychological advice, not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for a consultation.