The Farley
Employee Counselling That’s Human, Consistent, and Built on Trust
Therapy for employees or employee counselling within your organisation, delivered by a dedicated Person-Centred Counsellor & Psychotherapist. Based in Southampton, available across the South East including London, or online.
What Makes This Model Distinctive
Employee counselling at The Farley is designed to sit quietly but purposefully within your organisation. Visible, independent, and reliably present, but always outside the hierarchy. A consistent, trusted presence.
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A named, person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist whom your employees come to know over time
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Therapeutic continuity: trust can develop without the need to retell their story each session
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Counselling, not monitoring: sessions are private and confidential, with no reporting back on individual conversations
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Flexible delivery that meets the reality of how your teams work: in-person, online, or hybrid
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Accessible options: onsite, remote, or from my private practice in Shirley, Southampton
Evidence and Insights
Workplace counselling in the UK has been associated with meaningful improvements in employee wellbeing. One large-scale study found that many employees accessing regular workplace counselling experienced reduced psychological distress, with shifts in attendance patterns and engagement over time (McLeod, 2021).
Person-centred counselling & psychotherapy is not about providing ready-made solutions. It offers a space for reflection and processing. Change often unfolds gradually - in steadier decisions, clearer communication, and a renewed sense of presence in work and life.
What Organisations Often Notice
Although each workplace is different, organisations commonly observe:
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Richer, more open communication
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Calmer decision-making under pressure
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Fewer lingering conflicts within teams
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A stronger sense of psychological safety during times of change
This is not about boosting performance. It is about creating the conditions for employees to feel safer, steadier, and more connected, which can have ripple effects across the organisation.
Confidentiality in Practice
Confidentiality is central to my work. All counselling and psychotherapy is conducted in line with BACP ethical standards. Conversations remain private unless there is a serious safeguarding concern. Employees can trust that what they share will not be disclosed to leadership or colleagues.
Getting Started
Many organisations begin with a pilot - for example, a half-day or full-day of regular in-house sessions, supported by online availability where needed. After an agreed period, we review together based on uptake and feedback before deciding next steps.
Supporting a workforce means holding protected capacity for a team, managing multiple referrals and schedules, providing contracts and invoicing, and meeting GDPR and safeguarding requirements at an organisational level. These elements ensure your employees receive a safe, confidential service while your organisation has a clear and dependable process for accessing support. Because of this added responsibility and infrastructure, organisational rates differ from my individual private fees.
Taking the First Step
The most useful way to begin is often with a simple conversation. We can explore what support might look like within your organisation and whether a pilot model feels like the right fit.
Further Reading
If you’d like to explore this area in more depth, you may find these articles helpful:
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Workplace Mental Health Support with an Embedded, Trusted Therapist
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What Is a Workplace Counsellor - And Why It Matters More Than You Think
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this differ from other wellbeing services?
The Farley’s employee counselling is not a helpline or a short-term intervention. It is consistent, person-centred therapy delivered by one counsellor who becomes a familiar presence within your organisation. This consistency allows trust to build and makes it easier for employees to reach out when they need support.
How do you handle confidentiality?
Sessions are strictly confidential, in line with BACP ethical practice. I do not share notes or session content with leadership or HR. Confidentiality is only broken if there is a serious safeguarding concern.
Where do sessions take place?
Sessions can be hosted onsite (Southampton, across the South East, including London), online, or from my private practice in Shirley, Southampton. Many organisations choose a hybrid model, giving employees the option of what feels most comfortable.