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  1. Is counselling for me?
  2. What is counselling?

What is counselling? Is it for you?

Counselling is a type of talking therapy which is provided by trained practitioners, known as counsellors. Counsellors work with people from all backgrounds for a wide variety of reasons over a long (up to 2 years) or short term basis. 

Who is counselling for?

There is no prescribed set of problems you need to be facing to benefit from counselling. Counselling is responsive to you as an individual and if you feel that exploring your emotions or difficulties would be beneficial, counselling is for you. You do not need to be referred by an outside body (such as your GP).

Counselling at Nottingham Counselling Service

Sessions are weekly, where you will see a counsellor for 50 minutes of face to face counselling. 

Counselling is completely non-judgemental and confidential. Your counsellor will always treat your concerns with sincerity and respect. Counselling provides with a safe space to talk openly, enabling you to explore your current feelings and difficulties. Counselling can provide you with the tools to bring about positive change be it through coping strategies or improved communication skills. 

Many counselling clients at Nottingham Counselling Service find counselling and gaining a better understanding of what they are experiencing to be positive and empowering.

You don't need to be referred by an outside body (such as your GP) to use our services, you can self-refer to Nottingham Counselling Service.

Want to know what to expect from your counselling sessions?

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Published: 2nd December, 2016

Updated: 11th December, 2025

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