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The sessions were very supportive and beneficial to help me learn to be more assertive
I found Justine through an internet search and choose her, as she also uses CBT,which I'd heard is good to address changing behaviors. I've been to counselling before and didn't feel the need to talk about the past but wanted to focus on the future.
I usually prefer to meet someone in person so arranged to meet for our first session. However, after that all sessions were online. Justine was very accommodating around my work schedule and this worked very well for me. If we'd a poor connection, she was able to email me documents instead of sharing the screen.
I had 12 sessions with Justine (plus an introductory session) and felt, she adapted the tools she offered each time to my particular needs at that point. As I often did a lot of talking, I sometimes felt in a session, we weren't getting anywhere (and wondered should I continue) but then noticed changes happened unexpectedly! The pace was sometimes difficult for me to accept as I like to move fast and be "productive" with my time but some things can't be rushed. I'm so glad, I stuck through. Justine also offered special rates for bulk prepaid sessions, which helped with the cost.
Overall, I know, I have learnt more about myself and learnt to mind myself too. I try to consider responses to situations first, so I can change my reaction to a more healthy one using the tools Justine gave me.
I was very comfortable speaking with Justine and appreciated many of her questions that got me thinking about things. Even my husband has commented on changes in me and we've improved our own relationship.
I would highly recommend Justine as a therapist and will go back to her again in the future, should I ever feel the need to work further on myself. The sessions were very supportive and beneficial to help me learn to be more assertive and value myself
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