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Counselling

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Oakhaven Counselling for those affected by a life-limiting illness or death

‘I am so grateful for Oakhaven counselling after my husband passed away. To be able to talk to someone outside my family and friends has been so very beneficial.  There has been no judgement and I could talk about anything and show my emotions.’

Anyone who is, or has been, affected by a life-limiting illness or the death of a relative or friend can access our services.

Bereavement, grief and loss are a part of life. Receiving a life-limiting diagnosis or having someone close to us die can be devastating. These circumstances can feel unbearable and our emotions - anger, sadness or confusion - although natural, may feel uncontrollable making us, or those close to us, feel vulnerable and isolated.

Oakhaven Counselling Service provides the space for you to talk about how you are feeling without judgement.

What is counselling? Expand

Counselling is a chance for you to talk without criticism, blame or judgement, so you may understand or manage your thoughts, feelings and circumstances more clearly. A counsellor will not tell you what to do but will be supportive whist you do this. Counselling does not change your situation but it can change how you manage it.

What do the sessions look like? Expand

Regular sessions will be agreed, usually at the same time each week. Your counsellor will offer you an initial six sessions which last for 50 minutes. If you and your counsellor agree you may be offered further sessions. Sessions are offered face-to-face, by telephone or via Zoom. Covid guidelines may apply and you will be informed of them when you decide to go ahead.

Is it confidential? Expand

Your information and what you talk about in your sessions is confidential. The only time it is necessary to break confidentiality is if your counsellor is concerned that you or someone else is in danger and they need to gain further support from a third party for your safety.  Even then you will be informed of your counsellor’s intentions.

All counsellors also have monthly casework supervision. The supervisor supports the counsellor’s work and you will not be identified in any way.

Cancellations Expand

We understand that sometimes circumstances mean you have to cancel an appointment. Should you need to cancel we would appreciate as much notice as is possible and also to know if you will return the following week. If you do not attend your appointments and we do not hear from you within two weeks, we will assume you do not wish to continue. We will then offer the session to the next person on the waiting list. If you wish to access counselling at a later date, simply get back in touch with us when the timing feels right for you.

How much does it cost? Expand

Counselling services do incur a cost to Oakhaven. However we do not pass on that charge to anyone we support and so there is no charge for any counselling you have.

If you would like to offer a donation there are donation pots in all the counselling rooms. Or if you prefer you can donate online https://www.oakhavenhospice.co.uk/how-to-donate/  Your counsellor does not accept any donations directly.

I’m interested, what do I do? Expand

You can refer yourself for counselling simply by completing our Counselling Enquiry Form. Alternatively you can download a printed form and email it to counselling@oakhavenhospice.co.uk or post it to us.

Other sources of help Expand

Depending on your needs and location there are also a range of organisations who can help you face-to-face or provide advice over the phone.

Counselling Enquiry Form
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Lymington
Hampshire, SO41 8ZZ

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