Step 1: Request a Free 20-Minute Introductory Call

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To begin, book your free 20-minute video introduction. You can do this by either: Emailing me at hello@sofiaeliastherapy.com, or by filling out the contact form below. When you get in touch, please include a brief note about what’s bringing you to therapy and your general availability for a video call.

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Step 2: I’ll Be in Touch Within 24 Hours

 

I’ll respond to your email within 24 hours (unless I’m out of office), offering some time slots for your introductory call via Google Meet.Be sure to check your spam/junk folder, just in case the reply lands there.

 

Step 3: Attend the Introductory Video Call

 

We’ll meet online at the agreed time for a relaxed, no-pressure conversation.

 

This is your chance to:

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• Share a little about what you’re hoping to work on

• Ask any questions about the therapy process

• Discuss availability

• Get a sense of my way of working

 

There’s absolutely no obligation to continue after this session.

 

Step 4: Booking Your Full Assessment

If you decide to move forward, we’ll schedule your full assessment, usually for the following week.

 

Fee: £55 per session

Payment: Due before the session, either via bank transfer or in cash on the day.

 

I’ll email you a session confirmation along with a brief form to complete in advance.

 

Step 5: Initial Assessment

 

An assessment will take 50 minutes and is an informal chat where I gather more information to ensure I’m the right match for you and that I can work competently with your needs.

 

• We’ll explore:

• What’s been going on for you

• Your therapy goals

• How I can best support you moving forward

• Some historical information

 

Fee: £55 assessment

Payment: Due before the start of the assessment, either via bank transfer or in cash on the day.

 

If we feel we can both work together, then we can decide upon an initial working agreement, including a day and time to meet weekly to proceed with.

 

Step 6: The First Session & Ongoing Sessions

 

At the beginning of our work together, we will agree on a therapeutic contract. This provides a clear and supportive framework for our sessions and helps create a safe, consistent space for you.The contract will outline important aspects such as:

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• Confidentiality and its limits

• Session times, frequency, and boundaries

• Cancellations and payment arrangements

• What you can expect from me, and what is expected from you

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Your first full session will then mark the beginning of our ongoing therapeutic work together.

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Ongoing sessions are typically:

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• 50 minutes long

• Held weekly at a consistent day and time

• Priced at £55 per session

 

Therapy is a collaborative process, and we will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. There is no pressure to share everything at once; we will take things step by step.We will also regularly review how things are going to ensure you feel supported and that the work remains helpful and relevant to your needs.

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