Counselling in Bishopsgate Green

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Sabrina Jezo
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Healing is your superpower, life can throw many obstacles leaving you feeling mentally and emotionally imbalanced. I am here to support , by giving you a space to not be defined by your experiences but instead supporting you to find a way to shape your future and/or process your emotions/experiences. I offer individual therapy as well as relationship therapy and counselling supervision.
Healing is your superpower, life can throw many obstacles leaving you feeling mentally and emotionally imbalanced. I am here to support , by giving you a space to not be defined by your experiences but instead supporting you to find a way to shape your future and/or process your emotions/experiences. I offer individual therapy as well as relationship therapy and counselling supervision.
024 7542 6361 View 024 7542 6361
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Matthew James Stainer Specialist Addictions Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a qualified and accredited addictions therapist, and hold a Masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy from Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute. I have over 9 years’ experience of working alongside adults with substance use disorders and behavioural addictions, psychological disorders and underlying psychotherapeutic issues. I offer a safe and confidential space in which to work through your presenting issues, whilst offering a supportive relationship alongside you to meet your goals of therapy. Addictive behaviours have a tendency to silence the person whose struggling, so a non judgemental environment is offered
I am a qualified and accredited addictions therapist, and hold a Masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy from Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute. I have over 9 years’ experience of working alongside adults with substance use disorders and behavioural addictions, psychological disorders and underlying psychotherapeutic issues. I offer a safe and confidential space in which to work through your presenting issues, whilst offering a supportive relationship alongside you to meet your goals of therapy. Addictive behaviours have a tendency to silence the person whose struggling, so a non judgemental environment is offered
01926 895722 View 01926 895722
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Kamar Johnson
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
As your therapist, my intention is to create a warm and welcoming environment, encouraging you to open up about any concerns regarding your mental health or personal life. To be effective in my practice, it is important that all my interactions with you are centred around empathy and compassion, while working with you to reconstruct harmful/faulty thinking patterns and behaviours. This balance between compassion and challenging unhealthy thoughts and behaviours will assist you in becoming your best self, as you navigate through this life's journey and any psychological difficulties you may face.
As your therapist, my intention is to create a warm and welcoming environment, encouraging you to open up about any concerns regarding your mental health or personal life. To be effective in my practice, it is important that all my interactions with you are centred around empathy and compassion, while working with you to reconstruct harmful/faulty thinking patterns and behaviours. This balance between compassion and challenging unhealthy thoughts and behaviours will assist you in becoming your best self, as you navigate through this life's journey and any psychological difficulties you may face.
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Ann-Marie Munday
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Do you ever find yourself feeling empty, depressed, numb or anxious. Unhappy or unfulfilled in relationships. That life feels out of control, or its hard to find what you want or how to get it. Feeling plagued by difficult thoughts of the past, nightmares or flashbacks. I specialise in providing psychological therapy to adults experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties. I would work with you to carefully understand the difficulties you bring, and help you to make the emotional and psychological changes you want, enabling you to lead the fulfilled life you long for and deserve.
Do you ever find yourself feeling empty, depressed, numb or anxious. Unhappy or unfulfilled in relationships. That life feels out of control, or its hard to find what you want or how to get it. Feeling plagued by difficult thoughts of the past, nightmares or flashbacks. I specialise in providing psychological therapy to adults experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties. I would work with you to carefully understand the difficulties you bring, and help you to make the emotional and psychological changes you want, enabling you to lead the fulfilled life you long for and deserve.
07392 685282 View 07392 685282
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Camilla Faith Matthews
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Psychotherapy helps the person with relationships, roles, perceptions, beliefs and other struggles within the self. There are times in life when it can be hard to cope with difficult situations and challenging problems. Psychotherapy can provide a therapeutic encounter where together we can make sense of unwanted feelings and thoughts. Symptoms can be understood as manifestations of distress and their meanings can be explored together with care and respect. The aim is to make life happier, easier to live and invite creativity and growth in the person.
Psychotherapy helps the person with relationships, roles, perceptions, beliefs and other struggles within the self. There are times in life when it can be hard to cope with difficult situations and challenging problems. Psychotherapy can provide a therapeutic encounter where together we can make sense of unwanted feelings and thoughts. Symptoms can be understood as manifestations of distress and their meanings can be explored together with care and respect. The aim is to make life happier, easier to live and invite creativity and growth in the person.
024 7693 7276 View 024 7693 7276
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Nav Heer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
In the current world of uncertainty and change, counselling explores difficulties you are having, distress you may be experiencing, dissatisfaction with life or loss of a sense of direction & purpose. Anxiety and stress impact all areas of life, at home, work and relationships. I will listen attentively, in a non-judgemental way, provided in a professional and respectful manner, counselling will begin to bring awareness and help you to see things more clearly, possibly from a different perspective. I have worked with children & adults, giving equal respect and treatment, regardless of their background or beliefs.
In the current world of uncertainty and change, counselling explores difficulties you are having, distress you may be experiencing, dissatisfaction with life or loss of a sense of direction & purpose. Anxiety and stress impact all areas of life, at home, work and relationships. I will listen attentively, in a non-judgemental way, provided in a professional and respectful manner, counselling will begin to bring awareness and help you to see things more clearly, possibly from a different perspective. I have worked with children & adults, giving equal respect and treatment, regardless of their background or beliefs.
024 7526 2023 View 024 7526 2023

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BlueRose Psychology
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Walsall WS1
Difficult, painful or confusing experience can feel hard to make sense of alone, so having a safe space to explore them in a new ways and perspective can help process and digest what is happening, whether you are feeling anxious, stuck, low or restricted in your current situation. Respect, honesty, safety and empathy are the pillars of my long established confidential psychotherapy counselling practice. I offer a warm, safe non-judgmental therapeutic environment, to support you and in which we can work together through your difficulties.
Difficult, painful or confusing experience can feel hard to make sense of alone, so having a safe space to explore them in a new ways and perspective can help process and digest what is happening, whether you are feeling anxious, stuck, low or restricted in your current situation. Respect, honesty, safety and empathy are the pillars of my long established confidential psychotherapy counselling practice. I offer a warm, safe non-judgmental therapeutic environment, to support you and in which we can work together through your difficulties.
01922 927113 View 01922 927113
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Verity Smith
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Through Psychotherapy or counselling I can help you work through the challenges you are currently experiencing. I work with adults, couples and adolescents. I also work with students working towards their own qualifications as well as providing clinical supervision. I understand that taking this step can be difficult and I want to make the process as easy as possible for you so provide a comfortable, confidential and open space for us to explore your emotions, behaviours and experiences together. If you are counselling student, please contact me to discuss fees.
Through Psychotherapy or counselling I can help you work through the challenges you are currently experiencing. I work with adults, couples and adolescents. I also work with students working towards their own qualifications as well as providing clinical supervision. I understand that taking this step can be difficult and I want to make the process as easy as possible for you so provide a comfortable, confidential and open space for us to explore your emotions, behaviours and experiences together. If you are counselling student, please contact me to discuss fees.
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Dr Francesca
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B13
I have been working with families, children and adults who have presented with moderate to severe mental health difficulties and emotional distress. I am also interested in trauma and the treatment of self-harm and suicidal behaviours. Over the years, I've supported young people and adults with histories involving early traumas, abuse and neglect. I am qualified in assessing and treating anxiety, depression, personality disorders, eating disorders, attachment disorders and broken relationships.
I have been working with families, children and adults who have presented with moderate to severe mental health difficulties and emotional distress. I am also interested in trauma and the treatment of self-harm and suicidal behaviours. Over the years, I've supported young people and adults with histories involving early traumas, abuse and neglect. I am qualified in assessing and treating anxiety, depression, personality disorders, eating disorders, attachment disorders and broken relationships.
0121 312 1446 View 0121 312 1446
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Fiona Adams
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Warwick CV34
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
01926 357142 View 01926 357142
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Charly Pennicott-Henry - CPH Therapy
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham B42
Hello, how are you really feeling? Anxious? Stressed? Distraught? Concerned? Pondered? Or just not your usual self? Do you question your future relationship with yourself or others? Perhaps you find it hard to say no, and always prioritise others needs and wants, ignoring your own. Maybe assumptions and perceived ideas has become the default way of communicating, or have you checked out and decided saying nothing is best? So many questions, issues and challenges, that we all think and feel at times with a different level of intensity, that needs a safe space where you can reflect and explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviour.
Hello, how are you really feeling? Anxious? Stressed? Distraught? Concerned? Pondered? Or just not your usual self? Do you question your future relationship with yourself or others? Perhaps you find it hard to say no, and always prioritise others needs and wants, ignoring your own. Maybe assumptions and perceived ideas has become the default way of communicating, or have you checked out and decided saying nothing is best? So many questions, issues and challenges, that we all think and feel at times with a different level of intensity, that needs a safe space where you can reflect and explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviour.
0121 387 9705 View 0121 387 9705
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Lydia Ewins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Smethwick B67
From time to time we can experience personal difficulties, crises, relationship and work-related problems that leave us finding it hard to cope, understand things and make decisions. I aim to help you to gain perspective about the issues troubling you; explore the causes of your problems and consider what might be stopping you from reaching your potential.
From time to time we can experience personal difficulties, crises, relationship and work-related problems that leave us finding it hard to cope, understand things and make decisions. I aim to help you to gain perspective about the issues troubling you; explore the causes of your problems and consider what might be stopping you from reaching your potential.
0121 726 1181 View 0121 726 1181
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Counselling With Helen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Being a later in life diagnosed Autistic/combined ADHD counsellor, I feel I can offer genuine empathy & understanding if you're overwhelmed, feel isolated or struggling with life - I've been there. Are you feeling misunderstood? Lost or stuck? Like you don't fit in & nobody really "gets you"? In burnout? Wondering whether you may be Autistic/ADHD? Or support someone who is? Feeling overwhelmed with the thoughts of the diagnosis process, or recently diagnosed & left thinking "now what?" I've felt them all too. But change is absolutely possible; I have experience of Autism & ADHD from both sides of the fence; professional & personal.
Being a later in life diagnosed Autistic/combined ADHD counsellor, I feel I can offer genuine empathy & understanding if you're overwhelmed, feel isolated or struggling with life - I've been there. Are you feeling misunderstood? Lost or stuck? Like you don't fit in & nobody really "gets you"? In burnout? Wondering whether you may be Autistic/ADHD? Or support someone who is? Feeling overwhelmed with the thoughts of the diagnosis process, or recently diagnosed & left thinking "now what?" I've felt them all too. But change is absolutely possible; I have experience of Autism & ADHD from both sides of the fence; professional & personal.
01270 447746 View 01270 447746
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Elaine Gormley Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. Hello, my name is Elaine. I am an Accredited member of the BACP and have been working as a therapist for over ten years. I have qualifications, training and experience in working with a diverse range of issues. I am a qualified supervisor and support counsellors and psychotherapists in the work that they do.
Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. Hello, my name is Elaine. I am an Accredited member of the BACP and have been working as a therapist for over ten years. I have qualifications, training and experience in working with a diverse range of issues. I am a qualified supervisor and support counsellors and psychotherapists in the work that they do.
028 9124 1442 View 028 9124 1442
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Debbie Clements MA. LGBT+, Trans, Queer,Relational
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
12+ years in practice (25years+ in mental health). Are you LGBT+? Queer? Trans? Questioning? Are you coming out or transitioning? Navigating polyamory/non monogamy? Facing a challenging work or relationship issue? Struggling with low mood or self-worth? Otherwise, experiencing challenges? When we're not able to safely be our true selves we experience poor mental health and may suffer with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I offer a welcoming, listening ear and an exploratory collaborative counselling style to help you gain clarity, relief and find ways forward with the issues that are troubling you.
12+ years in practice (25years+ in mental health). Are you LGBT+? Queer? Trans? Questioning? Are you coming out or transitioning? Navigating polyamory/non monogamy? Facing a challenging work or relationship issue? Struggling with low mood or self-worth? Otherwise, experiencing challenges? When we're not able to safely be our true selves we experience poor mental health and may suffer with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. I offer a welcoming, listening ear and an exploratory collaborative counselling style to help you gain clarity, relief and find ways forward with the issues that are troubling you.
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Patrick Lee Kuan Yan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I’ve worked with clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds, both online and face-to-face, offering support for a wide range of issues on both a short-term and long-term basis regarding mental health, such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and more! I am passionate and dedicated to being there for those in need and to offer my support as we work together through the challenges you face!
I’ve worked with clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds, both online and face-to-face, offering support for a wide range of issues on both a short-term and long-term basis regarding mental health, such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and more! I am passionate and dedicated to being there for those in need and to offer my support as we work together through the challenges you face!
01782 288342 View 01782 288342
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Benjamin Eeles
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham B31
You may have gone your entire life not talking about the things that matter to you, or are someone who is comfortable discussing those things with no issues whatsoever. With lots of space available for new clients, I am here to listen to anyone who is ready to talk. Do you find yourself getting angry and frustrated about things that usually wouldn't bother you? Or is there something from your past that you feel is hindering your ability to have a positive present? We can work on these issues together to help improve the quality of your life and mood.
You may have gone your entire life not talking about the things that matter to you, or are someone who is comfortable discussing those things with no issues whatsoever. With lots of space available for new clients, I am here to listen to anyone who is ready to talk. Do you find yourself getting angry and frustrated about things that usually wouldn't bother you? Or is there something from your past that you feel is hindering your ability to have a positive present? We can work on these issues together to help improve the quality of your life and mood.
0121 661 3637 View 0121 661 3637
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Emma Inman
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nuneaton CV11
There are lots of reasons that you may be considering counselling. If you have experienced a trauma, are suffering stress or anxiety or are not living life to the full or feel that you are stuck I would like to offer you a safe space to explore your issues. Working together to gain understanding of your thoughts and feelings, which may be effecting your quality of life and relationships. To help you move forward gaining personal growth, insight, healing and change.
There are lots of reasons that you may be considering counselling. If you have experienced a trauma, are suffering stress or anxiety or are not living life to the full or feel that you are stuck I would like to offer you a safe space to explore your issues. Working together to gain understanding of your thoughts and feelings, which may be effecting your quality of life and relationships. To help you move forward gaining personal growth, insight, healing and change.
01455 247633 View 01455 247633
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Yvette Brook
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sutton Coldfield B75
Hi, I’m Yvette, a qualified Psychotherapist who works, 1 to 1, with adults. I offer an honest and respectful relationship, in which I hold no preconceptions or expectations of you. Through talking and exploring together, I can support you to find new ways of thinking, feeling, and understanding yourself, which will help you to manage the challenges in your life. Before training to be a Psychotherapist, I worked as a Midwife for the NHS. I then raised my family alongside volunteering in a range of support roles.
Hi, I’m Yvette, a qualified Psychotherapist who works, 1 to 1, with adults. I offer an honest and respectful relationship, in which I hold no preconceptions or expectations of you. Through talking and exploring together, I can support you to find new ways of thinking, feeling, and understanding yourself, which will help you to manage the challenges in your life. Before training to be a Psychotherapist, I worked as a Midwife for the NHS. I then raised my family alongside volunteering in a range of support roles.
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Ben Peasley
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Kingswinford DY6
I absolutely believe that one of the bravest things you can do, is to better understand you and your own story. Exploring and better understanding your feelings, thoughts and emotions and how they fit into you and your story will help you live your life on your terms. You completely deserve to live the life you want to live. I’m Ben and I am just a regular person who will treat you with care, compassion, and without judgement regardless of whatever it might be that is going on in your life. I promise you that I will meet you at a human level, interacting with you as a real person and not an expert.
I absolutely believe that one of the bravest things you can do, is to better understand you and your own story. Exploring and better understanding your feelings, thoughts and emotions and how they fit into you and your story will help you live your life on your terms. You completely deserve to live the life you want to live. I’m Ben and I am just a regular person who will treat you with care, compassion, and without judgement regardless of whatever it might be that is going on in your life. I promise you that I will meet you at a human level, interacting with you as a real person and not an expert.
01562 543217 View 01562 543217

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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Bishopsgate Green

< 10

Counsellors in Bishopsgate Green who prioritize treating:

83% Relationship Issues
83% Depression
83% Anxiety
83% Divorce
83% Family Conflict
83% Coping Skills
83% Self Esteem

Average years in practice

10 Years

Gender breakdown

67% Female
33% Male

How Counsellors in Bishopsgate Green see their clients

50% In Person and Online
50% Online Only
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Bishopsgate Green?

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.

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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.