For individual 1:1 therapy, our regular sessions will be 50 minutes long. For couple's therapy, sessions can be 60 or 90 minutes long.

Every client’s journey is unique, every relationship is distinctive, so there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I offer open-ended therapy, meaning we can tailor the number of sessions to suit your individual needs (whether you're in 1:1 or couple therapy). There’s no set limit, but we’ll have regular check-ins to see what feels right for you and what best supports your growth and well-being. If you have any concerns about therapy - whether it’s financial worries, cultural considerations, fear of judgment, or time constraints (like a busy schedule or shift work) - I encourage open conversations about them. We can explore the best way forward together so that therapy feels both accessible and meaningful for you.

Please go to the "Fees"(https://www.irinaflorea.com/fees) page for more details.

I recommend meeting once a week, on the same day and at the same time. Weekly sessions help create a sense of consistency and focus, allowing us to make steady progress together. If you work shifts or have a changing schedule, we can chat about possible options and see if I have availability that fits your needs. I’ll do my best to accommodate where possible.

I have a limited number of spots for fortnightly sessions. Depending on my availability, we can move to that schedule when you're in the consolidation phase of your therapy journey and planning to end after a period of biweekly sessions - as in we'll meet every other week. That said, having more time between sessions can sometimes slow progress, making it harder to maintain momentum and experience the full benefits of therapy. For those navigating more complex challenges or needing more intensive support, weekly sessions may be more helpful. I encourage you to reflect on the value of weekly therapy and think about your expectations and goals. We can also explore this together during our sessions. Therapy is a commitment, and while it’s not always easy, it can be one of the most rewarding and transformative journeys you’ll take.

I offer both individual and couple therapy. I offer a personalized approach to therapy, integrating different theories and techniques to suit your unique needs. As we get to know each other and explore your struggles, we’ll work together to set meaningful goals. Along the way, I’ll introduce various tools and techniques to support your journey in a way that feels right for you. I trained as an integrative counsellor, using a Client-Centred approach (developed by Carl Rogers) as the foundation of my work. From there, I blend insights and techniques from a range of therapies, including Humanistic (Existential, Gestalt, Psychosynthesis), Psychodynamic, Attachment Theory, Trauma-Informed approaches, Transactional Analysis, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Polyvagal Theory. My goal is to create a supportive and flexible space where you can explore, grow, and change in a way that truly resonates with you.

Couple therapy provides a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore the challenges and strengths in your relationship. I work integratively, drawing on relational, psychodynamic, attachment, differentiation, and Imago approaches. This means we may look at both present behaviours and deeper unconscious patterns, including family of origin and attachment wounds, which influence how you each show up in the relationship. Some of the aims of therapy may include: • Exploring and understanding recurring conflicts and dynamics • Improving emotional connection, intimacy, and communication • Identifying and expressing individual needs and boundaries • Differentiating between personal responsibility and shared issues • Developing empathy and understanding of each other’s vulnerabilities • Moving from reactivity to intentionality in your responses Couple therapy is not about taking sides or deciding whether you should stay together or separate. It is about creating a safe space to reflect, dialogue, and decide together what is best for you.

Yes, my counselling services are based on respect for client confidentiality. Confidentiality is the basis for a successful therapeutic relationship. It is what lies at the foundations of mutual trust and makes you feel safe to open up and be honest. We will discuss more around confidentiality once we meet.

A counselling contract (or agreement) is a shared understanding between us—me as your counsellor and you as the client—outlining the terms of our work together. It helps us both ensure that we’re working in a safe, professional, and respectful way, and it makes clear our responsibilities. This contract also serves as a transparent way for you to give informed consent before we begin. After our initial assessment session, if we decide to move forward together, I’ll send you a copy of the counselling agreement for both of us to sign.

I offer online (video call) therapy sessions, alongside in person sessions from my private practice based in Frome, Somerset. I also work in Bristol on Tuesdays. I may at times suggest telephone sessions as an exception, should we decide to meet and access to internet is not possible. Online counselling sessions are delivered using Google Meet which is free to use, and conversations are securely encrypted at both ends, to maintain confidentiality.

I am registered with the ICO (Information Commissioner's Office) to comply with General Data Protection Regulations. Please go to the "Privacy Policy" page for more details.

I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). I adhere to the standards of good practice set out in their ethical framework.(https://www.bacp.co.uk/events-and-resources/ethics-and-standards/ethical-framework-for-the-counselling-professions/)

I offer online counselling sessions via Google Meet, which is free to use. Your privacy is a top priority - our conversations are securely encrypted at both ends to ensure confidentiality and a safe space for you to share.