Psychotherapy begins with initial consultations. They offer a place to say what is difficult in your life and what kind of help may be needed. This stage usually takes three meetings. In couples consultations both partners attend.
These meetings are also a chance to consider whether working together makes sense. The question is not only what the difficulty is, but whether this setting and way of working feel suitable.
Consultations are not therapy yet, but they are already part of the work. Their task is to clarify the focus, discuss the setting, and think about what comes next—further sessions or a referral elsewhere. Sometimes consultations in themselves turn out to be sufficient. Individual meetings last 50 minutes; couples meetings last 60 minutes.
Scheduling details are on the Practical Information page.