Frequently Asked Questions

No referral is needed. You’re welcome to contact me directly — whether you’d like support with something specific, want to work towards a goal or simply have a sense that things aren’t quite right. If you’re unsure whether counselling or coaching is for you, we can talk that through in a free consultation call.

There’s no set number — it depends on your needs and what you’d like to explore. Some people benefit from short-term support, while others prefer longer-term counselling or coaching. We’ll review things together regularly, and you’re always in control of how we move forward.

Yes. I offer secure, confidential online sessions for clients across Switzerland and internationally. Some people choose to work entirely online, while others combine this with in-person sessions in Zurich.

The roles can overlap, but training paths and definitions vary across countries. As a qualified psychological counsellor (MA Counselling, SGfB, BACP and ACA member), I’m trained to support emotional and relationship challenges using a range of evidence-based approaches. If you need a clinical diagnosis, medication or psychiatric care, I can help guide you to the right support.

Counselling often focuses on exploring emotions, relationships, and challenges from the past or present, helping you gain insight and build resilience. Neurodiversity coaching is more goal-oriented and practical — supporting you with strategies and tools to navigate daily life, work and studies. 

In practice, the two approaches can overlap. As both a counsellor and neurodiversity coach, I adapt sessions to your needs, whether that’s working through difficulties, moving toward personal goals, or a blend of both.

Neurodiversity coaching offers practical, strengths-based support for those of us who think, learn or process the world differently – whether or not you have a formal diagnosis such as ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodivergence.

Coaching focuses on strategies, routines, and tools that can make everyday life, work, and study feel more manageable. It differs from counselling, which often explores emotions and relationships in greater depth, but the two can complement each other. Together, we can build on your strengths and develop approaches that honour the way your brain works.

Absolutely. You don’t need to have complete clarity to begin. That’s what our sessions are for. Many people come feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed — without knowing exactly why. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s going on and what kind of support might help.

Yes. All sessions are confidential, in line with the ethical codes of the Swiss Association for Counselling (SGfB), the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and the American Counselling Association (ACA). The only exceptions are if there’s a serious risk of harm to you or someone else, or if I am ordered to disclose information by a court of law. In such cases, I always aim to discuss this with you first.

Yes — I offer a small number of sliding scale places for clients experiencing financial difficulty. If cost is a concern, you’re welcome to mention it when you get in touch. I’ll do my best to accommodate this while keeping my practice sustainable.

At present, counselling and neurodiversity coaching are not reimbursed by basic health insurance (“Grundversicherung”) in Switzerland. However, some complementary or international health plans may offer partial coverage — please check directly with your provider.

Accessing counselling or neurodiversity coaching privately also has benefits:
• No referral or diagnosis required
• Shorter waiting times
• Greater privacy — nothing is recorded with your insurer
• Flexibility to focus on what matters most to you, at your pace

If you’re waiting for an insurance-covered psychotherapist, I can offer short-term support during that time and help with onward referrals where needed.

Counselling is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger or feel at risk from harm, please contact emergency services. You can also find out more about Swiss mental health resources here.