Why do I need Follow Up Sessions?

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• Do I need to attend follow-up sessions with you if I am a returning GenderGP member?

  Yes, like all members, you'll need to schedule regular follow-up sessions every six months. To get started again, please submit your Existing Member Form via our Help Centre.

• What are the follow-up sessions? Are they mandatory?

  We ask everyone to have a follow-up session with a specialist advisor every six months. This gives us a chance to check in with you and make sure you have all you need. They cost £30 or more if you'd rather book with a doctor or nurse. Book your ...

• I don’t need or want counselling. Is it obligatory?

  Counselling in the traditional sense of the word is not obligatory with GenderGP. However, sessions are available with our excellent team of therapists. Many people find them to be hugely beneficial. However, it's up to you to decide what ...

• What are your consent sessions (IGS and Capacity to Consent)?

  Everyone over 16 who joins our service will have an Information Gathering Session (IGS). The purpose of this session is to check your understanding and get a feel for your wishes and your preferences. It is not a pass-fail situation. However, if we ...

• What is the length of a counselling session and how many sessions do I need before I feel the benefits?

  Counselling sessions with GenderGP providers are a standard 50 minutes in length. The number of counselling sessions before a person feels benefits varies entirely depending on the individual. Many people enter counselling for three or four sessions ...