Contraception Clinic

Contraception will be a feature of most women’s lives at some point….

Most women will have a stage in life where they think about contraception - whether that is as a young woman, after having children, and later into their perimenopausal years. Some methods of contraception are also used to help women suffering from hormone related issues, whether that is heavy or painful periods, or as the progesterone element of HRT treatment.

Thankfully, there are a wealth of contraception options available to women, but that can make the choices difficult and confusing to navigate.

Contraception is available on the NHS - through GP’s, sexual health clinics, and even through some pharmacies, but access to these services has become increasingly stretched. It can be difficult for these services to give the time and space needed to inform, educate, and empower women to make the right choices for them. Coil fitting services are currently experiencing particularly long waits in some areas of the country.

Contraception Services at Clinic51

Our experienced contraception specialist, Harriet Jacobs, is able to offer contraception consultations to women of all ages at Clinic51. Appointments will be used to gather information on your medical, sexual, and contraception history, talk through the options available to you, give guidance on how to use your choice of contraception, and prescribe medication if required.

Harriet has a wealth of experience. She is a midwife, was a lead nurse for Brook Young People’s Contraception services, and runs contraception, coil and implant clinics in the NHS. Her reassuring and caring manner puts patients at ease, even if it their first time discussing contraception.

We also offer contraceptive implant fitting and removals - both of which take place in the calm, serene environment of Black Barn. Appointments allow plenty of time for you to feel prepared and relaxed - and you are welcome to take all the time you need to recover afterwards in our beautiful and peaceful waiting area.

Harriet Jacobs: Contraception Specialist

Harriet has been a midwife since 2008, including 12 years at Guys & St Thomas’. 10 years ago Harriet completed her Diploma in Contraception and Sexual Health and has worked as a Clinical Nurse Specialist for Brook Young People, delivering outreach services to Young People in London. More recently Harriet has been working as a Contraception Specialist within NHS Primary Care, supporting all people, all ages and all stages of women’s health.

Harriet has always been passionate about individualised care, increasing the availability of choice, and education - using evidence to support her practise. She has also enjoyed working overseas within women’s health delivery and conferences, which further sparked her passion for promotion of access to quality health care services.

At Black Barn Harriet provides contraception consultations and provides all methods of contraception, including Implant & Coil fittings and removals.

‘I always want to make anyone who attends my consultations feel heard, resolve any worries they may have and leave feeling cared for, with their needs addressed. I feel supporting health choices throughout all the stages of a woman’s life, is truly special and one I am most passionate about.’

Outside of women’s health care, Harriet lives locally in West Sussex with her Husband and two Children. She enjoys sailing as a family, photography & interior design.

Contraception Services Available:

  • Young Person's Contraception Consultation

    A 45 minute consultation with our contraception specialist, geared to younger women who may be discussing contraception for the first time. Contraception may be prescribed if required. Consultations are available in person or online.

    £150

  • Contraception Consultation

    A 45 minute consultation with our contraception specialist, which covers contraception, sexual health and medical history, with plenty of time to discuss the options and prescribe if required. Consultations are available in person or online.

    £150

  • Contraceptive Implant Fitting

    Fitting appointments allow time for a full medical history to be taken, discussion of procedure, risks & benefits, the fitting itself, plus explanation of possible side effects and time for tea & recovery.

    £165 + the cost of the implant

  • Contraceptive Implant Removal

    Appointments are available for removal of existing implants. This also includes fitting a new implant if required. During the appointment there will be time to discuss the procedure and possible side effects, plus time for tea & recovery.

    £225 (+ the cost of the new implant, if required)

Follow up reviews are also available for contraception consultations if required.

Book an appointment

As soon as appointment booking is open, we will add online booking here. In the meantime, contact us using the relevant button below and we can let you know as soon as it is available.