Christine Grimsby

Christine Grimsby completed her Masters degree in Counselling Psychology at Santa Clara University in California and has been providing psychotherapy and counselling services since 2014 in both clinical and community settings. She is an accredited member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and a member of the British Infertility Counselling Association working toward accreditation. Christine offers a safe space to explore feelings and experiences around fertility, and works collaboratively with clients to improve coping strategies and wellbeing.

What is Fertility Counselling?

Counselling support with fertility is different than other types of counselling. You may come for just a session or two, or you can come for 6 free sessions back to back, it's whatever you need. 

My role is to listen, to validate feelings, and help you reflect on your experiences without judgement or advice. Sometimes we talk about what you do to get yourself through this, is that working, and are there other things to consider?

Sometimes there are no solutions it's just being in the moment, and giving yourself time as you try to figure out the next steps. 

Sometimes I am asked "what can I talk about here?"

The answer is "anything you feel like talking about". 

I think most people want to get to the next part of treatment and be able to hope again. It's hard to dwell on the sadness and feel hopeful at the same time. 

Sometimes talking about feelings isn't everything, so if you're not ready, that's okay. Everyone does this their own way. There's so little control when faced with these challenges, you need to feel that you have choices and agency. No one else can tell you what you need. 

If you would like an informational session and to just chat and get to know who I am, please send us a message below and I'll email you to schedule a short call.