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Taking the first step can feel daunting, but you don't have to do it alone. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Booking a counselling session is simple and confidential. Whether you're seeking support for the first time or continuing your journey, we're committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.

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Scottish loch with fields in the foreground, trees and hills in the background and a clear blue sky with a few clouds.

Scottish loch with a small beach in the foreground, trees and hills in the background and a clear blue sky.

View of a Scottish loch through the trunks and branches of two trees that are in the foreground.

Please fill out the form below to let us know when you would like to have your initial consultation. We will do our best to get back to you as soon as possible with the date and time of your preference.

Book initial consultation

First name

Last name

Date of Birth

Day

Month

Year

Phone

Gender

Preferred Date

Preferred Time

1. Please tell us about what has brought you to counselling and what you feel you need support with?

2. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being extremely low and 10 being extremely high, please rate your current mood:

3. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being no stress and 10 being extreme stress, please rate your current stress level:

4. How many units of alcohol (if any) have you taken this week? 1 unit = a small bottle (275ml, half pint of lager, a half glass of wine)

5. Have you used any non prescription drugs this week?

6. How many caffeinated drinks have you had on average per day this week? Such as tea / coffee?

7. How many hours sleep would you say that you get on average per night at the moment?

8. Are you currently experiencing self-harm thoughts or behaviour?

9. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being no risk and 10 being extreme risk, please rate your current risk level to self-harm:

10. Are you currently experiencing thoughts or behaviours of suicide?

11. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being no risk and 10 being extreme risk, please rate your current risk level to suicide:

12. Please list your medications (if any) that you currently are prescribed, including dosage and frequency:

13. Please list any additional information that you feel has not been asked of you in the form:

14. Please provide your General Practitioner's details (name, address and phone number)

15. Please provide your emergency contact details (name, address and phone number)

Booking T&Cs

Sessions must be booked in advance through the online booking system.
Payment will be required once your booking has been confirmed. A payment link will be included in your confirmation email, and payment must be made to secure your counselling appointment.
Clients will receive confirmation of their appointment via email.

Confidentiality is at the heart of our work. We are committed to creating a safe and trusting environment where clients can speak openly about their experiences.

Information shared within counselling sessions will remain confidential except where:

There is concern about serious harm to the client or another person.
There is a legal obligation to disclose information.
Safeguarding concerns arise involving a child or vulnerable adult.

Where possible, any limits to confidentiality will be discussed with clients before information is shared.

Lochs Counselling complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Personal information is collected only for legitimate counselling and adminitrative purposes and is stored securely. Information will not be shared with third parties unless required by law, necessary for safeguarding purposes, or with the client's informed consent.

Clients have the right to:

Access their personal information.
Request correction of inaccurate information.
Request deletion of information where legally permissible.
Withdraw consent where applicable.

Further details regarding data handling, storage, and retention can be provided upon request.