Question 1

What happens in the initial therapy appointment?

Accepted Answer

The initial appointment is an opportunity for you (or your child) to meet with a Clinical Psychologist and talk through the difficulties you are experiencing. We will ask questions to understand your current situation, relevant history, and what you are hoping to gain from therapy.
This session helps us assess whether Wellcare Health is the right service for your needs. We will discuss our recommendations openly, which may include ongoing therapy with us or, where appropriate, signposting to another service or team that may be better suited to support you.
The fee for the initial appointment is £150. If you choose to continue, ongoing sessions are charged at £120 per appointment.

Question 2

How long are therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

An initial therapy appointment typically lasts 60 – 80 minutes. Therapy sessions thereafter typically last 50 - 60 minutes, unless otherwise agreed with your clinician.

Question 3

Do you offer online appointments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, online appointments may be offered where clinically appropriate. This decision is made by the clinician using their professional judgement and will take into account the nature of the difficulties, individual circumstances, and whether online therapy would be suitable and effective. This will usually be discussed during the initial appointment.

Question 4

Do you work with children and families?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer therapy for children, young people, and families. Depending on the child or young person’s needs, work may involve individual sessions, parent or carer sessions, or joint family work. The approach will be guided by clinical judgement and discussed collaboratively with you.

Question 5

I have private insurance; do you offer therapy through my provider?

Accepted Answer

No, we currently do not offer therapy through private insurance companies. All sessions at Wellcare Health are self-funded, and payment is made directly to the clinic.

Question 6

How often are therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

Therapy sessions are usually held on a weekly or fortnightly basis, depending on your individual circumstances and the nature of the difficulties being addressed. Your clinician will discuss what frequency is likely to be most helpful and can adjust the schedule as needed throughout the course of therapy.

Question 7

How do I know if I am getting the right therapist?

Accepted Answer

Finding the right therapist is an important part of effective therapy. At Wellcare Health, your initial appointment is designed to help determine whether our service and clinician are a good fit for your needs. During this session, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your concerns, ask questions, and get a sense of the therapist’s approach. Therapy is a collaborative process, and it’s normal to check in with yourself about how comfortable and supported you feel. If it doesn’t feel like the right fit, your clinician can help explore other options or recommend a service better suited to you or your child.

Question 8

Is therapy confidential?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All therapy at Wellcare Health is confidential. What you share in sessions is private and will not be disclosed without your consent, except in situations where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, or as required by law. Your clinician will discuss confidentiality and its limits at the start of therapy, so you know exactly what to expect.

Question 9

As a parent, will I be allowed in the room or told what is discussed?

Accepted Answer

At Wellcare Health, we aim to balance privacy for the child or young person with keeping parents informed where appropriate. Generally, therapy sessions are private to give children and young people a safe space to express themselves. However, clinicians will work collaboratively with parents and carers. You may be invited to attend part of a session, provide information about your child’s needs, or receive general feedback on progress, without breaching confidentiality. The approach is always guided by what is clinically appropriate, the age of the child, and the child’s comfort. Your clinician will discuss these arrangements with you at the start, so everyone is clear on how involvement will work.

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