What Is Counselling?
A safe space to talk, be heard and work towards a better you.
Counselling is a confidential and supportive process where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences with a trained professional.
It can help you understand yourself better, overcome challenges and create positive change in your life.
- Confidential
- No judgement
- At your pace
Clearing up common worries
What counselling is not
Therapy can feel unfamiliar before you begin. Knowing what not to expect can make that first step feel much easier.
Not advice or instruction
Your therapist helps you explore what is right for you, rather than deciding for you.
Not only for a crisis
You can come with a major difficulty, a quiet concern or simply the wish to understand yourself better.
Not pressure to share everything
You choose what to talk about and when. Trust and openness can build gradually.
Not one-size-fits-all
Good therapy is shaped around your age, experiences, identity, communication and goals.
Counselling in plain language
A conversation with purpose, held in confidence.
Counselling is a supportive relationship with a trained professional. It gives you room to say things you may not feel able to say elsewhere, understand your thoughts and feelings, and consider what might help.
Space to speak openly.
Time to understand yourself.
Support to find your own way forward.
How counselling can help
Support for all life's experiences
You do not need to fit into a label. These are simply some of the experiences people bring to counselling.
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Anxiety & overwhelm
Understand what fuels anxious feelings and discover steadier ways to respond.
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Trauma & difficult experiences
Explore painful experiences gently, with care for your pace and sense of safety.
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Confidence, identity & self-esteem
Understand yourself with more compassion and feel more able to be who you are.
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Low mood & emotional exhaustion
Make space for how you feel and reconnect with energy, meaning and hope.
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Relationships & boundaries
Notice repeating patterns and build clearer, healthier ways of relating.
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Change, grief & uncertainty
Support shaped around you
Different people need different ways to talk.
ReWellness offers counselling for children, teenagers and adults, as well as couples and families. Sessions may use conversation, creative work, play or practical reflection depending on the person and what feels most helpful.
- Children & young people
- Couples & relationships
- Creative & art psychotherapy
- Adults
- Families
- Face-to-face or online
FAQs
A little clarity before you begin.
What happens in a counselling session?
Your first counselling session is an opportunity to get to know your therapist in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. You'll have the chance to talk about what has brought you to counselling, ask any questions and discuss your goals. There is no pressure to share everything straight away – sessions move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
How long does counselling take?
There is no set number of counselling sessions, as everyone's needs are different. Some people benefit from short-term support over a few weeks, while others choose longer-term counselling to explore more complex experiences. Your therapist will regularly review your progress with you to ensure you're receiving the support you need.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. Everything you discuss in counselling is treated as confidential. There are a small number of legal and ethical exceptions, such as if there is a serious risk of harm to yourself or someone else, but your counsellor will always explain confidentiality clearly during your first session.
Do you offer online counselling?
Yes. Alongside face-to-face counselling at our welcoming Broadstone practice, we also offer secure online counselling sessions for children, teenagers, adults and families where appropriate. This provides greater flexibility for those who are unable to attend in person.
How do I choose the right therapist?
Finding the right therapist is an important part of the counselling process. At ReWellness, we'll take the time to understand your needs and match you with the counsellor whose experience and therapeutic approach best suits your situation. If you're unsure who would be the best fit, we're always happy to guide you.
A Safe Space for All Communities
We proudly welcome people from all cultures, faiths, identities, and communities.We understand how culture, family dynamics, neurodiversity, relationships, and life experiences shape who we are. Our aim is simple: to create a space where you feel respected, valued, and safe to explore whatever you are carrying.
You don’t need to have it all worked out
You don’t have to work out what you need alone.
Tell our friendly team a little about what has brought you here. We’ll answer your questions and help you find a therapist and type of support that feel right.