If you would like to arrange an initial consultation, please call me on 07980 287 455 or email me on therapy@paulocamara.co.uk

Fees

I charge for the first consultation and the fee is agreed beforehand. Costs for ongoing and time-limited psychotherapy sessions are negotiable and are agreed at the first consultation. I usually charge between £50 and £70 in Hove, depending on your income and the nature of the contract we agree.

I am sometimes able to provide limited opportunities where I can offer lower rates, depending on my availability.

Practicalities

Sessions take place weekly, always on the same day of the week and at the same time. The session lasts for 50 minutes and we will work towards 44 sessions a year.

Payment

Fees are agreed in the first consultation and are reviewed annually. However if a client’s circumstances change (e.g. loss of job; moving location) and they are unable to afford the agreed fee we may be able to negotiate a lower fee to allow the work to continue or a different contract.

Client will be invoiced weekly or monthly, retrospectively to the previous 4 or 5 sessions, at the end of the month.

Breaks and Holidays

Breaks are usually taken during Christmas, Easter and in the Summer; ideally the breaks should not be longer than three consecutive weeks. I always give clients one month notice of my breaks in writing.

Missed Sessions/Cancellations

Missed sessions by the client will be charged, unless a week notice is given; in only very special circumstances can a missed session be rearranged. However, there is no charge for sessions cancelled by me. If I have to cancel a session I will let the client know and I ask the client to do the same, if possible.