Information & FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Q: Do I need to be referred by my GP before I can see a psychologist?
A: No, it is not necessary to be referred by your doctor. You can call and schedule an appointment any time.

Q: How long will the appointments be?
A: The initial consultation is 90 minutes and is used to do a full intake interview and background history. During this appointment a treatment plan is compiled with you. Further consultations are 55-60 minutes each and generally take place once a week.

Q: Is it possible to do telephonic/Skype consultations?
A: Yes. This is a service which I offer for existing clients and is very useful for clients who live far away or who are experiencing a problem or crisis which needs to be dealt with immediately. The rates are the same as for face to face consultations.

Q: What does Play Therapy for children entail?
A: The initial consultation is for parent/s only and is used to do an intake interview. It is very helpful if parents can provide me with copies of school reports as well as copies of any assessments which the child have undergone (Speech therapy; Occupational Therapy; Physiotherapy, etc). Play therapy sessions are then booked for the child and after 3 sessions the parents need to attend a parental feedback consultation. The parental feedback sessions are used to provide you with important information about your child and to also give you guidelines and recommendations to follow at home. This will benefit you and your child greatly.

Q: How many consultations will I need?
A: We will discuss this during our initial meeting and the answer differs from one individual to the next. It is important to point out that my approach to therapy is short-term and solution-focused. A general guideline is that I generally use 6 – 12 sessions with a client.