MidstreamBefore you come
A short booking form and the chance to ask any questions first.
Back to the journey
Your first session
A quiet room, a cup of tea and time to be heard. Everything is here for your comfort: tea and water, soft light, a calm, gently scented room. The first step is simply a conversation.
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Most people feel a little nervous before the first session, and that's completely normal. You don't need to prepare anything or know exactly what to say. The counsellor will guide the conversation and make sure both of you have time to be heard.
At the end you decide together whether to continue, how often to meet and what to focus on first.
Take a look inside the room
A one-minute walk through the counselling room in Doncaster: the sofa, the kettle and Elena's chair. This is where you'll be.
You might be noticing
- You are not sure counselling is for you
- One of you is keener than the other
- You do not know what to say or where to start
- You want to know what to expect before you book
How counselling can help
In the room
We talk about what brings you here and what you hope will change. There is no right way to start.
Afterwards
Together we decide whether to continue, how often to meet and what to focus on.
Common questions
What happens in the first session of couples counselling?
You talk about what brings you in, what each partner hopes will change and what you've already tried. The counsellor also explains confidentiality and how sessions will work.
How do I prepare for my first couples counselling appointment?
You don't have to, but it can help to note two or three things you'd like to change and a recent example of a difficult conversation.
What if my partner doesn't want to come?
You can start on your own. Individual sessions can help you understand the relationship and decide what you want.
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Ready when you are.
The first step is simply a conversation. In the room or online.
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