FAQ'S
It's okay to have questions.
Choosing a therapist is an important decision. Below are answers to some of the questions people commonly ask before booking their first appointment. If you can't find what you're looking for, I'm always happy to answer your questions during a complimentary intake call.
It's completely normal to feel unsure before your first appointment. Many people wonder what they'll say, whether they'll become emotional, or if therapy is really the right step.
Therapy is simply a conversation with purpose. Together, we'll explore what's been happening in your life, make sense of the patterns that may be contributing to your current challenges, and work towards meaningful, lasting change.
Some conversations will feel easier than others. Therapy can be challenging at times, particularly when you're exploring experiences that matter deeply to you. But you'll never be pushed to share more than you're ready to. We'll move at a pace that feels safe, supportive and right for you.
Your first appointment is about getting to know you and understanding what has brought you to therapy.
We'll talk about your current concerns, what's been happening in your life, any experiences that may have shaped your current challenges, and what you'd like to achieve through therapy. I'll ask questions along the way to help build a clear understanding of your situation, but there's no expectation to tell your whole story perfectly.
Together, we'll begin developing a plan that's tailored to your individual needs, goals and circumstances.
That's completely okay.
Many people arrive feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to explain what's been happening. You don't need to organise your thoughts before you come or worry about saying the "right" thing.
I'll guide the conversation, ask questions along the way, and help us make sense of what's most important. You don't need to have all the answers before you begin.
It's completely normal.
Therapy often involves talking about experiences that have been painful, confusing or difficult to carry on your own. Tears, frustration, relief and vulnerability are all natural responses.
There's no expectation to hold everything together. My role is to create a space where you feel supported, understood and able to move through difficult emotions safely.
There isn't a one-size-fits-all answer.
Some people come to therapy with a specific issue and achieve what they need in a relatively short period of time. Others choose longer-term therapy to work through deeper patterns or create more lasting change.
We'll discuss your goals together and regularly review your progress so therapy continues to meet your needs.
For most people, weekly sessions are the best place to start. Meeting regularly helps build momentum, strengthen the therapeutic relationship and create meaningful progress.
As you begin to feel more confident and notice positive changes, we can review the frequency together and, where appropriate, move to fortnightly or less frequent appointments.
Sessions are typically 60 or 90 minutes, depending on your needs.
Everyone's journey is different.
Some people notice positive changes within a few sessions, particularly when working towards specific goals. Others find that deeper patterns take longer to understand and change.
Therapy isn't about quick fixes. Lasting change often happens gradually, as new insights, experiences and ways of responding begin to build over time.
Yes. What you share in therapy is treated with respect and kept confidential.
There are, however, a small number of legal and ethical exceptions where confidentiality may need to be broken. These include situations where:
- there is a serious and immediate risk of harm to you or someone else;
- there are concerns about the safety of a child or another vulnerable person, where reporting is required by law; or
- your records are subpoenaed or otherwise required to be released by a court or other lawful authority.
Wherever possible, I'll discuss these situations with you before any information is shared.
Absolutely.
Many people attend therapy individually to better understand themselves and the patterns that are affecting their relationship. Individual therapy can help you improve communication, strengthen boundaries, regulate emotions and gain greater clarity about how you'd like to move forward.
If, at some point, it becomes appropriate for your partner to join you, we can discuss whether couples counselling would also be beneficial.
Absolutely.
Many people attend therapy individually to better understand themselves and the patterns that are affecting their relationship. Individual therapy can help you improve communication, strengthen boundaries, regulate emotions and gain greater clarity about how you'd like to move forward.
If, at some point, it becomes appropriate for your partner to join you, we can discuss whether couples counselling would also be beneficial.
Yes. Therapy isn't just about talking—it's also about learning.
Throughout our sessions, I'll share practical strategies, psychoeducation and evidence-based tools to help you better understand yourself and develop healthier ways of thinking, responding and relating to others. My goal is for you to leave each session with greater clarity, new insights and practical ways to apply what you've learnt in your everyday life.
Rather than telling you what decisions to make, I'll help you understand yourself more deeply so you can make decisions with greater confidence.
I'll always be honest with you, but honesty doesn't mean judgement.
There may be times when I ask questions that challenge the way you're thinking about a situation or encourage you to look at something from a different perspective. Those conversations can feel uncomfortable, but they're often where the most meaningful growth happens.
My role isn't to agree with everything you say or tell you what you want to hear. It's to help you better understand yourself, recognise what's getting in the way, and support you in creating lasting change.
The right therapist is someone you feel comfortable talking to.
That's why I offer a complimentary 25-minute intake call. It's an opportunity for us to talk about what's been happening, answer any questions you have, and see whether I'm the right person to support you.
There's no obligation—just a conversation to help you decide whether Bloom Psychology Practice feels like the right fit for you.
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