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Hildah Makoni
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury BL9
I am Hildah Makoni, a dedicated and experienced Counsellor and Supervisor with a comprehensive background in Person Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy (ART), Brief Therapies, Trauma Therapy, Bereavement Counselling, and Drugs and Alcohol Therapy. With over a decade of hands-on experience as an Integrative Counsellor and a remarkable 24-year tenure as a Registered General Nurse, I possess a unique blend of skills to address your needs effectively. My exceptional communication abilities allow me to understand your individual requirements, enabling me to craft tailored treatment and therapy.
I am Hildah Makoni, a dedicated and experienced Counsellor and Supervisor with a comprehensive background in Person Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy (ART), Brief Therapies, Trauma Therapy, Bereavement Counselling, and Drugs and Alcohol Therapy. With over a decade of hands-on experience as an Integrative Counsellor and a remarkable 24-year tenure as a Registered General Nurse, I possess a unique blend of skills to address your needs effectively. My exceptional communication abilities allow me to understand your individual requirements, enabling me to craft tailored treatment and therapy.
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Esther Morch
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bury BL9
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the past. Maybe past experiences still affect you, or you’re struggling with self-doubt, low mood, or uncertainty about the future. You want to feel more in control, build confidence, and find ways to move forward—but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy can help.
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the past. Maybe past experiences still affect you, or you’re struggling with self-doubt, low mood, or uncertainty about the future. You want to feel more in control, build confidence, and find ways to move forward—but you’re not sure where to start. Therapy can help.
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Nichola Riley
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
At Calm Counselling my role is to help you explore how you feel in a safe, comfortable environment where you feel supported. Counselling is a service that can provide you with the space, tools and encouragement to look deeply at experiences in your life that are causing you difficulties in your current life or stopping you from fully realising your future potential.
At Calm Counselling my role is to help you explore how you feel in a safe, comfortable environment where you feel supported. Counselling is a service that can provide you with the space, tools and encouragement to look deeply at experiences in your life that are causing you difficulties in your current life or stopping you from fully realising your future potential.
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Robyn Clegg-Gibson
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury BL9
Welcome. I'm Robyn and I have over 10 years experience supporting young people and their families through their challenges.
Welcome. I'm Robyn and I have over 10 years experience supporting young people and their families through their challenges.
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Lisa Berry
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury BL9
I have over 9 years' experience in counselling adults and young people, in various settings including educational, EAP, third sector and private practice. I have worked with Employee Assistance Programmes for the last 6+ years, offering counselling and helpline support to employees of various organisations, including the Police and NHS. I previously worked for a charity supporting adult survivors of historical abuse, for which I underwent additional training. I have supported people experiencing various issues including depression, anxiety, self-harm, trauma, relationship issues, stress, bereavement, sleep and work-related issues.
I have over 9 years' experience in counselling adults and young people, in various settings including educational, EAP, third sector and private practice. I have worked with Employee Assistance Programmes for the last 6+ years, offering counselling and helpline support to employees of various organisations, including the Police and NHS. I previously worked for a charity supporting adult survivors of historical abuse, for which I underwent additional training. I have supported people experiencing various issues including depression, anxiety, self-harm, trauma, relationship issues, stress, bereavement, sleep and work-related issues.
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Jo Chadwick
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Jo, welcome to my profile. Are you feeling low, stuck, lost or anxious? I can help. I offer a safe space to help you try to understand your feelings and bring about positive change. Counselling can provide perspective, validation, clarity and a better awareness of self. I commonly deal with low mood, anxiety, loss, family/relationship problems, abuse, low self esteem, midlife/menopausal stresses.
Hi, I'm Jo, welcome to my profile. Are you feeling low, stuck, lost or anxious? I can help. I offer a safe space to help you try to understand your feelings and bring about positive change. Counselling can provide perspective, validation, clarity and a better awareness of self. I commonly deal with low mood, anxiety, loss, family/relationship problems, abuse, low self esteem, midlife/menopausal stresses.
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Calming Minds Soothing Souls Therapies MBACP
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Counselling/ Psychotherapy: Effective counselling reduces confusion, allowing you to make effective decisions leading to positive changes in your attitude, behaviours & overall well-being. The ultimate aim of counselling is to enable you to make your own choices, reach your own decisions & go forward with a greater sense of clarity & self-management. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy in which hypnosis is used to create a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility during which positive suggestions are made to rid you of emotional blockage. Mindfulness keeps us focused
Counselling/ Psychotherapy: Effective counselling reduces confusion, allowing you to make effective decisions leading to positive changes in your attitude, behaviours & overall well-being. The ultimate aim of counselling is to enable you to make your own choices, reach your own decisions & go forward with a greater sense of clarity & self-management. Hypnotherapy & mindfulness can be introduced as a type of complementary therapy in which hypnosis is used to create a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility during which positive suggestions are made to rid you of emotional blockage. Mindfulness keeps us focused
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Photo of Sarah Hardy, Psychotherapist, GMBPsS
Sarah Hardy
Psychotherapist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Serves Area
You’re smart, capable, and full of ideas—but constantly battling overwhelm, procrastination, or burnout. Maybe you’re a business owner, a professional juggling deadlines, or a parent managing everyone’s needs but your own. You might have a new ADHD or Autism diagnosis or just know that typical productivity tools don’t work for your brain. You want clarity, calm, and strategies that actually stick—tools that help you get things done without draining your energy. Most of all, you want to feel in control of your time and confident in your ability to show up for your life, work, and family.
You’re smart, capable, and full of ideas—but constantly battling overwhelm, procrastination, or burnout. Maybe you’re a business owner, a professional juggling deadlines, or a parent managing everyone’s needs but your own. You might have a new ADHD or Autism diagnosis or just know that typical productivity tools don’t work for your brain. You want clarity, calm, and strategies that actually stick—tools that help you get things done without draining your energy. Most of all, you want to feel in control of your time and confident in your ability to show up for your life, work, and family.
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Dr Danielle Gerson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Looking for a compassionate, experienced, kind clinical psychologist? Perhaps you feel a bit stuck, as though you can't make sense of why you are feeling the way you are, or struggling to take the steps you need to move forwards? Do you feel low, anxious, a bit lost or guilty and are finding this is getting in the way of your life? Maybe you struggle with the idea that you do deserve a good and happy life. Have you had difficult life experiences that are still haunting you now and preventing you being the person you want to be? Do these difficulties impact on your relationship with yourself, and your relationship with others?
Looking for a compassionate, experienced, kind clinical psychologist? Perhaps you feel a bit stuck, as though you can't make sense of why you are feeling the way you are, or struggling to take the steps you need to move forwards? Do you feel low, anxious, a bit lost or guilty and are finding this is getting in the way of your life? Maybe you struggle with the idea that you do deserve a good and happy life. Have you had difficult life experiences that are still haunting you now and preventing you being the person you want to be? Do these difficulties impact on your relationship with yourself, and your relationship with others?
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Susan Victoria Jackson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a supportive and empathetic therapist; who provides a safe, non judgemental environment for clients to explore their difficulties. I believe that the experience of sharing difficult feelings; of being 'heard' and not judged can be liberating and empowering. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do and help you create a new design for living. I view my role as a facilitator, helping each client navigate their new route through life, using personally tailored sessions to assist with individual difficulties and utilising a clients unique qualities to assist in achieving their full potential
I am a supportive and empathetic therapist; who provides a safe, non judgemental environment for clients to explore their difficulties. I believe that the experience of sharing difficult feelings; of being 'heard' and not judged can be liberating and empowering. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do and help you create a new design for living. I view my role as a facilitator, helping each client navigate their new route through life, using personally tailored sessions to assist with individual difficulties and utilising a clients unique qualities to assist in achieving their full potential
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CBT Therapy Manchester (Individuals & Couples)
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Relationship struggles? Turn a good relationship into a great relationship. Resolve long standing difficulties. Relationship near break-up and you want to decide if the relationship can be saved? Imago Relationship Therapy can help towards more safety, connection, empathy, compassion & understanding in your relationship. Anxious, worrying a lot, stressed, low in mood, irritable? CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help. Be in touch for a free initial discussion.
Relationship struggles? Turn a good relationship into a great relationship. Resolve long standing difficulties. Relationship near break-up and you want to decide if the relationship can be saved? Imago Relationship Therapy can help towards more safety, connection, empathy, compassion & understanding in your relationship. Anxious, worrying a lot, stressed, low in mood, irritable? CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help. Be in touch for a free initial discussion.
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David DuBois
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Welcome. I’m David, an anxiety and sleep therapist. You’ve taken the first step on your journey to wellness. There may be many reasons why you’ve arrived here. Whatever your reason, and whatever you want to change, you’re in the right place to succeed. I am here to help. I work using Psychotherapy, Counselling, Hypnotherapy and Walk & Talk Therapy in Bolton, Wigan and online. I specialise in working with anxiety and sleep issues, including Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) and panic attacks. I also work with many other issues including self-esteem, phobias, addictions, negative habits and more.
Welcome. I’m David, an anxiety and sleep therapist. You’ve taken the first step on your journey to wellness. There may be many reasons why you’ve arrived here. Whatever your reason, and whatever you want to change, you’re in the right place to succeed. I am here to help. I work using Psychotherapy, Counselling, Hypnotherapy and Walk & Talk Therapy in Bolton, Wigan and online. I specialise in working with anxiety and sleep issues, including Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) and panic attacks. I also work with many other issues including self-esteem, phobias, addictions, negative habits and more.
01942 559897 View 01942 559897
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Tatiana Hannam
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Counselling to individuals and couples presenting with a range of mental health issues, some of which are listed below.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Counselling to individuals and couples presenting with a range of mental health issues, some of which are listed below.
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Photo of Joanne Webb, Counsellor, MBACP
Joanne Webb
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
As a BACP accredited counsellor with over 16 years experience, I support people through depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, abuse, loss amongst many other issues. Having a confidential space to talk, a space just for you, can start you on the path to making positive changes. Each person's journey differs so I aim to explore it with you, adapting my skills to fit your needs. I believe each of us have the ability to enhance our lives, sometimes we just need a little help along the way. Taking that first step to meet a counsellor requires courage; I understand this and aim to make it as easy as possible.
As a BACP accredited counsellor with over 16 years experience, I support people through depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, abuse, loss amongst many other issues. Having a confidential space to talk, a space just for you, can start you on the path to making positive changes. Each person's journey differs so I aim to explore it with you, adapting my skills to fit your needs. I believe each of us have the ability to enhance our lives, sometimes we just need a little help along the way. Taking that first step to meet a counsellor requires courage; I understand this and aim to make it as easy as possible.
01204 952933 View 01204 952933
Photo of Zoë Stephens, Counsellor, MBACP
Zoë Stephens
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone. Past experiences—especially those tied to attachment—can shape how we feel, think, and connect with others. You may be searching for ways to heal from trauma, manage symptoms of complex PTSD, or navigate the difficulties of personality or eating disorders. More than anything, you want to feel safe, understood, and empowered to build a more fulfilling life.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone. Past experiences—especially those tied to attachment—can shape how we feel, think, and connect with others. You may be searching for ways to heal from trauma, manage symptoms of complex PTSD, or navigate the difficulties of personality or eating disorders. More than anything, you want to feel safe, understood, and empowered to build a more fulfilling life.
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Sarah Schofield
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Sarah - welcome to my profile. Are you struggling to cope, confused or feeling overwhelmed? I'm here to listen. I am a qualified, experienced counsellor - my training enables me to support and empower you to make change towards a healthier and happier way of being. I work flexibly and adapt my approach to suit your individual needs. Sessions are always taken at your pace and focus on what you believe to be most important. Issues I commonly work with are: anxiety, childhood trauma, low self-esteem, bereavement and loss, family/relationship issues, work stress (inc education sector), attachment issues, depression/low mood.
Hi, I'm Sarah - welcome to my profile. Are you struggling to cope, confused or feeling overwhelmed? I'm here to listen. I am a qualified, experienced counsellor - my training enables me to support and empower you to make change towards a healthier and happier way of being. I work flexibly and adapt my approach to suit your individual needs. Sessions are always taken at your pace and focus on what you believe to be most important. Issues I commonly work with are: anxiety, childhood trauma, low self-esteem, bereavement and loss, family/relationship issues, work stress (inc education sector), attachment issues, depression/low mood.
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Sarah Kilcullen
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I became a therapist because I like people - I like to understand their stories and how that has brought them to where they are. When you are feeling stuck because of anxiety or depression it is usually pretty difficult to believe anyone would want to listen. Well I do. I want to help you discover and explore the events, thoughts, feelings, and patterns of behaviour that have made you feel trapped so that you can make changes. Imagine being able to see your friends, attend events, even just sleep, without anxious or self critical thoughts wearing you down. That is what therapy with me can offer.
I became a therapist because I like people - I like to understand their stories and how that has brought them to where they are. When you are feeling stuck because of anxiety or depression it is usually pretty difficult to believe anyone would want to listen. Well I do. I want to help you discover and explore the events, thoughts, feelings, and patterns of behaviour that have made you feel trapped so that you can make changes. Imagine being able to see your friends, attend events, even just sleep, without anxious or self critical thoughts wearing you down. That is what therapy with me can offer.
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Thriving Young Minds
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Serves Area
At Thriving Young Minds in Ramsbottom, we are a team of therapists offering Counselling, Psychotherapy and EMDR for young people aged 11-25 years and whole-family support. We provide the most appropriate support for your needs, working with a neuro-affirming, inclusive approach. If you are impacted by anxiety, panic, low mood, depression, stress, family issues, relationship difficulties, bereavement, school issues, trauma and abuse, or any other mental health difficulty, we can work with you to achieve your goals in a strengths-focused way, to help you develop the confidence to thrive rather than just survive.
At Thriving Young Minds in Ramsbottom, we are a team of therapists offering Counselling, Psychotherapy and EMDR for young people aged 11-25 years and whole-family support. We provide the most appropriate support for your needs, working with a neuro-affirming, inclusive approach. If you are impacted by anxiety, panic, low mood, depression, stress, family issues, relationship difficulties, bereavement, school issues, trauma and abuse, or any other mental health difficulty, we can work with you to achieve your goals in a strengths-focused way, to help you develop the confidence to thrive rather than just survive.
07429 186569 View 07429 186569
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Anneliese Ashworth-Lord
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Do you ever experience feelings of hopelessness, being self critical, or having limiting beliefs and thoughts? Do you experience reduced energy or motivation? Do your worries and panic hold you back or cause crippling spiralling thoughts about the future? Maybe you have a specific phobia or fear, restrictive and controlling patterns of eating, obsessive behaviours or urges you feel compelled to complete? Maybe you have a diagnosed neurodevelopmental condition such as Autism, ADHD, learning needs etc and struggling with the impact of this? These are just some things I can help with and adopt a trauma informed approach to all my work.
Do you ever experience feelings of hopelessness, being self critical, or having limiting beliefs and thoughts? Do you experience reduced energy or motivation? Do your worries and panic hold you back or cause crippling spiralling thoughts about the future? Maybe you have a specific phobia or fear, restrictive and controlling patterns of eating, obsessive behaviours or urges you feel compelled to complete? Maybe you have a diagnosed neurodevelopmental condition such as Autism, ADHD, learning needs etc and struggling with the impact of this? These are just some things I can help with and adopt a trauma informed approach to all my work.
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Susan Warburton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I understand that seeking therapy can be an uncertain and challenging process and the continuing changes we face in life can lead us to feel overwhelmed. May aim as a counsellor is to support you through the present pandemic and beyond helping you with any Anxiety, Stress and other issues this could bring. Deciding to seek therapy enables you to have a safe space to explore and work on yourself and the issues you bring to the session. I believe this is the first step towards a new you and with the right interventions helping you to become a stronger version of yourself. I offer both face to face and on line sessions.
I understand that seeking therapy can be an uncertain and challenging process and the continuing changes we face in life can lead us to feel overwhelmed. May aim as a counsellor is to support you through the present pandemic and beyond helping you with any Anxiety, Stress and other issues this could bring. Deciding to seek therapy enables you to have a safe space to explore and work on yourself and the issues you bring to the session. I believe this is the first step towards a new you and with the right interventions helping you to become a stronger version of yourself. I offer both face to face and on line sessions.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in BL9

20+

Average cost per session

£60

Counsellors in BL9 who prioritize treating:

92% Self Esteem
88% Depression
88% Anxiety
85% Stress
81% Coping Skills
69% Relationship Issues
69% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

67% Bupa
44% Aviva
44% AXA PPP

How Counsellors in BL9 see their clients

97% In Person and Online
3% Online Only

Gender breakdown

80% Female
16% Male
4% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in BL9?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

Learn more about how to find a therapist

Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.