Support When
You Need It
Most
Offering a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to help you navigate life’s challenges, changes, and uncertainties.
Becky Francis Therapy
About me
I am a qualified relationship and psychosexual therapist, offering counselling to both individuals and couples.
I work from my home, encouraging a relaxed and informal approach where confidentiality and professional standards remain a top priority. I hold a certificate for professional liability insurance.
I have over 20 years experience as a Relate trained counsellor and am a member of the College of Sexual and Relationship Therapy (COSRT) and work within their ethical framework and guidelines.
I have regular supervision in Derby and attend continual professional development courses throughout the year to maintain my membership of COSRT.
Services We Offer
We provide a safe, non-judgmental space to address a wide range of challenges and concerns, including:
Relationship and Family Challenges:
- Affairs: Support for those involved in an affair or affected by one.
- Bereavement: Coping with the loss of a relationship or a loved one.
- Divorce and Separation: Guidance through the emotional and practical complexities.
- Blended Family Adjustments: Navigating new family dynamics.
- Parenting Challenges: Balancing child-rearing with maintaining couple time.
Emotional and Mental Wellbeing:
- Loneliness: Building meaningful connections and coping strategies.
- Anxiety and Stress Management: Tools to improve mental resilience.
- Domestic Abuse: Awareness, support, and healing.
- Communication and Conflict: Improving dialogue and resolving arguments.
- Work-Related Issues: Managing redundancy, retirement, and workplace stress.
Sexual Health and Intimacy:
- Erectile Dysfunction, Premature or Inhibited Ejaculation.
- Vaginismus and Dyspareunia (painful intercourse).
- Loss of Desire or Anorgasmia (difficulty achieving orgasm).
- Sexual Addiction: Understanding and managing its impact.
- Past Sexual Abuse and Trauma: Healing and recovery support.
About therapy
Please note that I am not a crisis counsellor. If you need immediate help in an emergency dial 999 or contact The Samaritans on 116 123 for free or email jo@samaritans.org.
Fees
Face to face in my home – £65
Skype, Zoom, phone – £60 per session for up to an hour
I operate a pre-payment system and require payment by bacs or PayPal, prior to the session.
Please note that cancellation of an appointment requires 24 hours notice, or payment will be retained.
Working Hours
My working hours vary according to availability, but I offer day time and evening appointments. Please let me know your availability and then I will get back to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services and approach.
What are my qualifications?
I am a qualified Relate trained counsellor with over 20 years experience. I am also a psychosexual therapist having gained a post-graduate diploma in psychosexual therapy (2012).
I trained with the Tavistock Centre in 2018 to gain a qualification to work with Couples affected by DEPRESSION.
Am I a member of a professional body?
Yes. I am an accredited member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists) and work within their code of ethics and guidelines. This means that I have regular supervision in Derby and attend necessary continual professional development courses each year to maintain my qualifications.
How long do sessions last?
Up to one hour
How long will you have to attend counselling?
That depends on you. We will continually review the process together and check out what you want to do and if you have achieved the goals that you came with. Usual attendance is between 6 and 20 weekly or fortnightly sessions.
Is it confidential?
I take confidentiality very seriously. I will not talk to anyone about the issues that you raise. The only exceptions to this is if you mention someone who is being harmed or at risk of harm, then I would talk to you about what we would need to do to protect that person’s safety. I may also mention issues raised in our sessions with my supervisor, as part of my professional agreement under COSRT’s code of ethics and guidelines.
How confidential is it in my home?
My counselling room is separate to my house, and discussions are never over heard. You will not knowingly meet anyone else as you come in and leave the house, so don’t worry about having to talk to anyone other than me.
