Making an Appointment
Initially we offer a one-off session which lasts about an hour. This gives you a chance to talk through your concerns with a Relate trained counsellor, who will help you consider how you wish to go forward. These appointments are usually available within 2-14 days We can usually make you a provisional appointment when you first phone. See below.

Where can you get an Appointment?
Most of our counselling sessions are at our Watford office, but appointments can be made for Thursday evening in Rickmansworth and Wednesday evening in Bushey Heath. To make an appointment at either of these venues, you will need to phone the Watford office.

After making an Appointment
We will send you a letter with details of the appointment and an Information Pack, which you should read before the first consultation. To secure your appointment, you will need to make a prepayment. Details of how to do this will be explained to you. Counselling and therapy take place in Relate's own consulting room.

Payment
We ask you to pay £45 for this first consultation if you able to do so. However, no-one is turned away because they are unable to pay this amount. You may pay by credit/debit card, cheque or cash. We do receive some funding from the local authorities and other sources, but this does not cover our full costs.

How long will you have to wait for a regular counselling appointment?
At present, if you can come at any time, you should be allocated a counselling slot within a couple of weeks, If you are more specific about when you can attend, the wait may be longer.

When is counselling available?
Counselling sessions are available daytime and evenings, Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings.