Counselling Contract and Disclaimer

Therapist Name: ___Sue Finlay_______________________

Client Name: _____________________________

1.  Session Structure

Sessions last 50 minutes unless agreed otherwise. Frequency and timing will be arranged during initial contact.

2.  Fees and Cancellations

Sessions are charged at £[to be agreed]. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice may be charged in full.

3.  Confidentiality

All information shared is confidential unless there is a risk of serious harm to the client or others, or a legal obligation

4.  Supervision

All therapists are ethically required to have regular supervision. Any discussion in supervision is anonymised.

5.  Data Protection

Data is stored securely under GDPR and retained for 7 years. Clients have the right to access, rectify, or request data

6.  Ending Therapy

The client or therapist can end counselling at any time. Where possible, at least one session's notice is encouraged

Disclaimer and Client Agreement

Please read the following carefully. By signing below, you confirm that you understand and accept the terms of counselling and agree to participate voluntarily

-  I understand that counselling is a collaborative process, and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

-  I acknowledge that counselling is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric treatment.

-  I understand that sessions are confidential, but that confidentiality may be broken in specific circumstances, such as if there is a risk of harm to myself or others, or as required by law.

-  I have been informed about how my data will be handled under GDPR and that I have the right to access or request

- I agree to attend sessions on time, notify in advance of cancellations, and take responsibility for my wellbeing between sessions - I understand that I may end counselling at any time.

By signing below, I confirm that I have read and understood this agreement and that I consent to begin counselling

Client Name: __________________________

Signature: _____________________________

Date: _________________________________

Counsellor Name: _Sue Finlay_____________________

Signature: _____________________________

Date: _________________________________