Frequently Asked Questions

At Wise Beginnings, it’s completely normal to have questions before beginning therapy. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you are feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or have had difficult experiences with support in the past.

These FAQs are here to offer clarity and reassurance. If you have a question that isn’t answered below, you are always welcome to get in touch.

Do I need to know what I want to talk about before starting?

Not at all. Many people begin therapy with only a general sense that something feels wrong, stuck, or overwhelming.

You don’t need to have everything figured out. Therapy can be a space to slow down, explore what is happening, and begin to make sense of things together, at your own pace.

What can therapy help with?

Therapy can support a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including:

• Anxiety and emotional overwhelm

• Low mood or exhaustion

• Trauma and difficult past experiences

• Shame and self-criticism

• Relationship and attachment struggles

• Addiction, recovery, and family impact

• Communication breakdown within couples or families

• Identity questions or life transitions

You are welcome whether your concerns feel clear or hard to name.

What is a trauma-informed approach?

A trauma-informed approach means therapy is grounded in safety, choice, and respect for your nervous system and lived experience.

Rather than pushing for quick solutions, sessions move at a humane pace. The focus is on creating a space where you feel emotionally supported, not judged or rushed.

What happens in the first session?

The first session is a gentle starting point. It is an opportunity for you to:

• Share what brings you to therapy

• Ask any questions you may have

• Get a sense of how it feels to work together

• Begin building safety and trust

There is no pressure to disclose anything before you feel ready.

How long are sessions?

Individual therapy sessions are 60 minutes

Couples therapy sessions are 90 minutes

What are the session fees?

Individual Therapy 60 minutes — €70

Couples Therapy 90 minutes — €100

Payment is made after the session and can be paid by card, Revolut, or cash.

Do you offer online therapy?

Yes. Online sessions are available via a secure video platform.

Many clients find online therapy helpful for accessibility, comfort, or flexibility. Full details are provided after booking.

Where are you located?

Face-to-face sessions take place at:

Navan Counselling & Therapy Top Floor, 18A Trimgate Street Navan, Co. Meath C15 R82T

Do you offer evening or weekend appointments?

Yes. Evening and weekend sessions are available, which can be especially helpful for clients balancing work, family, or other commitments.

What types of therapy do you use?

My work is integrative and tailored to each client. Therapy may draw from:

• Person-centred therapy

• Attachment-informed approaches

• Emotion-focused therapy (EFT)

• Somatic and body-based work

• Relational, trauma-informed practice

This allows sessions to remain responsive to your needs rather than following a rigid model.

What is couples therapy like?

Couples therapy provides a structured space to explore relationship patterns, emotional disconnection, and repeated conflict.

The work is informed by Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which helps couples strengthen emotional safety, understand attachment needs, and rebuild connection.

The focus is not on blame, but on helping both partners feel heard and supported.

What is family therapy like?

Family therapy supports families who feel stuck, misaligned, or overwhelmed by conflict, stress, addiction impact, grief, or transition.

Rather than placing the problem on one person, family therapy explores how patterns develop within relationships and how communication and understanding can improve over time.

Is everything I say confidential?

Yes. Therapy is confidential and offered within professional and ethical guidelines.

What if I feel nervous or unsure about therapy?

That is completely understandable. Many people arrive feeling guarded, uncertain, or sceptical.

You are welcome exactly as you are. Therapy is not about being pushed or fixed — it is about being met with care, curiosity, and respect.