Terms & Conditions

John Hodgson Counselling


Last updated: October 2025

Please read these Terms & Conditions before using this website or engaging in counselling with me.

1. About This Website

This website (johnhodgsoncounselling.co.uk) provides general information about my counselling services. It does not offer crisis support or replace professional medical or mental health care.

If you are in crisis or feel unsafe, please contact your GP, dial 999, or reach out to Samaritans on 116 123 (freephone, 24/7).


2. Counselling Agreement

Before starting counselling, I will provide a written agreement outlining how we’ll work together — including session length, fees, cancellations, and confidentiality.
This agreement forms the basis of our therapeutic contract.


3. Fees and Cancellations

  • Standard session fee: £55 for 50 minutes.
  • Concessions may be available — please enquire.
  • Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice will be charged in full.

4. Confidentiality

All counselling sessions are confidential, with a few important exceptions required by law or professional ethics (e.g., risk of serious harm to yourself or others, or legal disclosure requirements). These limits will be explained clearly at the start of our work together.


5. Data Protection

Your personal data will be handled in line with the Privacy Policy and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using the contact form or engaging in counselling, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described there.


6. Website Content

All content on this website is for informational purposes only. While I make every effort to ensure accuracy, it should not be relied upon as professional or medical advice.


7. Intellectual Property

All written content and images on this website are the property of John Hodgson Counselling unless otherwise stated. They may not be reproduced without permission.


8. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.


📌 If you have any questions about these Terms or how I work, please contact me at info@johnhodgsoncounselling.co.uk