Counselling in London

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Photo of Anthony John Manning, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Anthony John Manning
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London E18
My focus in therapy is on a person's life and relationships, past and present. I regard symptoms or behaviour patterns as expressions of distress connected to life circumstances. My style is fairly active, but I'm careful to listen and check what I have heard. I pay attention to a person's narrative, including successes as well as difficulties. I am happy to share knowledge that might help my client or point to resources. Most of my work is relatively short term (12 sessions or less). Typically I start off with a questionnaire which includes client ideas about the goals of our work together.
My focus in therapy is on a person's life and relationships, past and present. I regard symptoms or behaviour patterns as expressions of distress connected to life circumstances. My style is fairly active, but I'm careful to listen and check what I have heard. I pay attention to a person's narrative, including successes as well as difficulties. I am happy to share knowledge that might help my client or point to resources. Most of my work is relatively short term (12 sessions or less). Typically I start off with a questionnaire which includes client ideas about the goals of our work together.
07400 291012 View 07400 291012
Photo of Claudine Maguire, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Claudine Maguire
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London E6
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, grief and loss, trauma, or self esteem issues I may be able to help. Therapy sessions aim to help you to feel better emotionally and mentally; to understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours; to develop coping skills; to improve your relationships and to make positive changes in your life. Psychotherapy can be a helpful way to address a variety of conflicting and traumatic experiences. It can provide a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, grief and loss, trauma, or self esteem issues I may be able to help. Therapy sessions aim to help you to feel better emotionally and mentally; to understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours; to develop coping skills; to improve your relationships and to make positive changes in your life. Psychotherapy can be a helpful way to address a variety of conflicting and traumatic experiences. It can provide a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
020 3871 8476 View 020 3871 8476
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Dr Michael Eko
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
London SW15
In difficult times, working with the right therapist can help us cope and recover quickly. It can also bring some sense of clarity and healing.
In difficult times, working with the right therapist can help us cope and recover quickly. It can also bring some sense of clarity and healing.
020 3962 1953 View 020 3962 1953
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Dr Esther Cole
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW19
Are you feeling exhausted, stressed and overwhelmed? Are you in physical or emotional pain, working relentlessly in different areas of your life: at work, home or study, in relationships, caring or parental roles? Do you need to make sense of, and overcome trauma, feelings of sadness, low-self esteem or burnout? As a third generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, I warmly welcome clients of all ages and walks of life, and have a passion for supporting people living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and trauma.
Are you feeling exhausted, stressed and overwhelmed? Are you in physical or emotional pain, working relentlessly in different areas of your life: at work, home or study, in relationships, caring or parental roles? Do you need to make sense of, and overcome trauma, feelings of sadness, low-self esteem or burnout? As a third generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, I warmly welcome clients of all ages and walks of life, and have a passion for supporting people living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and trauma.
01798 305040 View 01798 305040
Photo of Veronica Rumens, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Veronica Rumens
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE23
I am a qualified integrative counsellor, offering individuals and couples a safe and confidential place for support, exploration and transformation. I believe that a respectful and non-judgmental environment is crucial in therapy, and this is an essential element of my work. I always welcome whole authentic feelings from my clients, without putting a negative label on them. To be able to explore overwhelming feelings such as: guilt, embarrassment, shame, anger, fear, and many others, without feeling judged, requires trust to be present. Even the decision to come to counselling is a courageous step - facing our difficulties is never easy.
I am a qualified integrative counsellor, offering individuals and couples a safe and confidential place for support, exploration and transformation. I believe that a respectful and non-judgmental environment is crucial in therapy, and this is an essential element of my work. I always welcome whole authentic feelings from my clients, without putting a negative label on them. To be able to explore overwhelming feelings such as: guilt, embarrassment, shame, anger, fear, and many others, without feeling judged, requires trust to be present. Even the decision to come to counselling is a courageous step - facing our difficulties is never easy.
020 3962 0974 View 020 3962 0974
Photo of Ailis Clarke, MSc, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Ailis Clarke
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
London W1G
It is difficult to stay on course throughout our lives. As a behavioural psychologist and psychotherapist, I understand why some people come to therapy when they feel they have lost the sense of who they are by bending into who they think their partner, boss or parents need. Others may come feeling unable to handle a sudden traumatic event or circumstances that have slowly built for years. Whatever difficulties have brought you to this point, I will create a warm, understanding and calm place for you to share them and begin to leave some of them behind. I focus on four areas anxiety, mediation, infidelity and life transitions.
It is difficult to stay on course throughout our lives. As a behavioural psychologist and psychotherapist, I understand why some people come to therapy when they feel they have lost the sense of who they are by bending into who they think their partner, boss or parents need. Others may come feeling unable to handle a sudden traumatic event or circumstances that have slowly built for years. Whatever difficulties have brought you to this point, I will create a warm, understanding and calm place for you to share them and begin to leave some of them behind. I focus on four areas anxiety, mediation, infidelity and life transitions.
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Mathilda Leonie Banks
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London W5
Hi, my name is Tilly and I am an experienced counsellor and transgender woman who specialises in working with feelings of anxiety and depression. I provide both Integrative counselling and CBT depending upon your preferences and needs. Please reach out to me to discuss what you want from counselling and to book an appointment.
Hi, my name is Tilly and I am an experienced counsellor and transgender woman who specialises in working with feelings of anxiety and depression. I provide both Integrative counselling and CBT depending upon your preferences and needs. Please reach out to me to discuss what you want from counselling and to book an appointment.
020 8167 7713 View 020 8167 7713
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Merve Bayer Counseling
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
London SW7
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
020 3668 5465 View 020 3668 5465
Photo of Stella Taliadoros, MBACP, Counsellor
Stella Taliadoros
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E17
Are you feeling lost, disconnected from others, struggling to be present, and constantly overthinking? The human experience can be tough. I work with individuals that may feel misaligned with their environment, trying to fit into a world that doesn’t work for them. My goal is to reconnect you with your soul, overcome life's challenges, and create a world that suits you. I aid in supporting you to find your tools for a calm nervous system and to connect with their feelings and emotions and be able to express them. I provide a space where they are truly seen, heard, and can express their story authentically without judgement.
Are you feeling lost, disconnected from others, struggling to be present, and constantly overthinking? The human experience can be tough. I work with individuals that may feel misaligned with their environment, trying to fit into a world that doesn’t work for them. My goal is to reconnect you with your soul, overcome life's challenges, and create a world that suits you. I aid in supporting you to find your tools for a calm nervous system and to connect with their feelings and emotions and be able to express them. I provide a space where they are truly seen, heard, and can express their story authentically without judgement.
020 4572 1190 View 020 4572 1190
Photo of Avantika Bhatia, PhD, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Avantika Bhatia
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
London NW10
I understand how it can feel challenging to begin work with a therapist, and I aim to create a space that feels safe, accepting and non-judgmental. I work closely with clients to understand their goals, so I can tailor treatment plans based on each client's unique needs. I focus on deepening my clients' understanding of themselves, with the goal of helping clients experience the sense of empowerment and freedom that often accompanies deeper self understanding. I have helped clients with a range of concerns, such as relationship difficulties, women's health, parental concerns, anxiety, life-transitions, grief and loss, depression
I understand how it can feel challenging to begin work with a therapist, and I aim to create a space that feels safe, accepting and non-judgmental. I work closely with clients to understand their goals, so I can tailor treatment plans based on each client's unique needs. I focus on deepening my clients' understanding of themselves, with the goal of helping clients experience the sense of empowerment and freedom that often accompanies deeper self understanding. I have helped clients with a range of concerns, such as relationship difficulties, women's health, parental concerns, anxiety, life-transitions, grief and loss, depression
020 3959 7384 View 020 3959 7384
Photo of Alexis Pfeiffer, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Alexis Pfeiffer
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London NW7
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lonely or depressed? Having relationship difficulties or just separated from your partner and need someone to talk to? Let's work together. I offer weekday daytime and Saturday appointments to individual adults and couples. I work with individuals with many issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self esteem and feelings of rejection in relationships. I have experience in helping parents who have been rejected or estranged from adult children. I offer communication training to couples to improve the hurtful effects of negative language so they can be more respectful and kinder to each other.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lonely or depressed? Having relationship difficulties or just separated from your partner and need someone to talk to? Let's work together. I offer weekday daytime and Saturday appointments to individual adults and couples. I work with individuals with many issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self esteem and feelings of rejection in relationships. I have experience in helping parents who have been rejected or estranged from adult children. I offer communication training to couples to improve the hurtful effects of negative language so they can be more respectful and kinder to each other.
07429 419087 View 07429 419087
Photo of Shivani Sidapra, MBACP, Counsellor
Shivani Sidapra
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E18
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, divorce, breakup, family issues or loss, counselling can be incredibly helpful and healing. We all require some support at a stage in our lives, and feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost is nothing to feel ashamed of, but can leave you wanting and searching for more. Helping to raise awareness of your experience in the present, I can facilitate and support your process towards developing a new unique perspective. I believe by incorporating the cognitive, physical and emotional experience, we can reach a deeper, more meaningful understanding of ourselves.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, divorce, breakup, family issues or loss, counselling can be incredibly helpful and healing. We all require some support at a stage in our lives, and feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost is nothing to feel ashamed of, but can leave you wanting and searching for more. Helping to raise awareness of your experience in the present, I can facilitate and support your process towards developing a new unique perspective. I believe by incorporating the cognitive, physical and emotional experience, we can reach a deeper, more meaningful understanding of ourselves.
07449 014906 View 07449 014906
Photo of Sarah Olaiya, MSc, MBABCP, Psychotherapist
Sarah Olaiya
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
London E20  (Online Only)
I'm Sarah, a dedicated Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and I extend a warm welcome to you. My specialisation lies in Depression, postnatal depression, perinatal mental health and a range of anxiety disorders, including health anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), panic disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). My personal journey, combined with my professional expertise, have uniquely positioned me to empathise and connect meaningfully with my clients and the challenges they face. Specialising in these areas, I bring a wealth of firsthand understanding and professional expertise to my practice.
I'm Sarah, a dedicated Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and I extend a warm welcome to you. My specialisation lies in Depression, postnatal depression, perinatal mental health and a range of anxiety disorders, including health anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), panic disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). My personal journey, combined with my professional expertise, have uniquely positioned me to empathise and connect meaningfully with my clients and the challenges they face. Specialising in these areas, I bring a wealth of firsthand understanding and professional expertise to my practice.
020 7123 9471 View 020 7123 9471
Photo of Iram Siddiqui, MBABCP, Psychotherapist
Iram Siddiqui
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
London SW17  (Online Only)
As a therapist, my primary goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour without fear of judgment or shame. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and my role is to help you identify and overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from living your best life. I approach therapy from a holistic perspective, recognizing that mental health is closely connected to physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
As a therapist, my primary goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour without fear of judgment or shame. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and my role is to help you identify and overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from living your best life. I approach therapy from a holistic perspective, recognizing that mental health is closely connected to physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
020 4538 0586 View 020 4538 0586
Photo of Tom Wegg-Prosser, MSc, MBABCP, Psychotherapist
Tom Wegg-Prosser
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
London W2
Hi, my name is Tom Wegg-Prosser and I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with the British Association of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapists (BABCP). I use evidence-based practice, working with clients to help them improve their psychological wellbeing and lead a more value orientated life. Therapeutic goals might relate to overcoming low mood and loss of meaning, building self-esteem and self-worth, managing work related stress, helping with phobias, or managing anxiety related problems. Along with private practice I have worked in both the NHS and on Harley St.
Hi, my name is Tom Wegg-Prosser and I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with the British Association of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapists (BABCP). I use evidence-based practice, working with clients to help them improve their psychological wellbeing and lead a more value orientated life. Therapeutic goals might relate to overcoming low mood and loss of meaning, building self-esteem and self-worth, managing work related stress, helping with phobias, or managing anxiety related problems. Along with private practice I have worked in both the NHS and on Harley St.
020 3912 9707 View 020 3912 9707
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www.tri-therapy.com
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW1  (Online Only)
As an Integrative Counsellor, Psychosexual & Relationship/Marriage therapist, I weave different therapies to support clients in their uniqueness to manage and heal from struggles that affect their emotional, and mental health & happiness. Ruptures in one's mental wellness can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and sexual functioning/ identity concerns that hinder emotional self-esteem and ongoing happiness within and in our relationship with ourselves and others.
As an Integrative Counsellor, Psychosexual & Relationship/Marriage therapist, I weave different therapies to support clients in their uniqueness to manage and heal from struggles that affect their emotional, and mental health & happiness. Ruptures in one's mental wellness can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and sexual functioning/ identity concerns that hinder emotional self-esteem and ongoing happiness within and in our relationship with ourselves and others.
020 8103 3827 View 020 8103 3827
Photo of John Graham, MBACP, Counsellor
John Graham
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London EC1V
I am an integrative counsellor, and I am registered with the BACP. I provide an empathic, supportive space where you can feel safe to open up and feel seen and heard for who you are. I understand the pressures people can put upon themselves, which are unhelpful and can lead to damaging coping strategies. I will work with you to identify healthier ways of managing anxiety, low self-esteem and further underlying issues. I feel passionate in the potential of therapy to support you through difficult times in your life. Integrative counselling with John I have an integrative approach, meaning that I draw on several ways of working.
I am an integrative counsellor, and I am registered with the BACP. I provide an empathic, supportive space where you can feel safe to open up and feel seen and heard for who you are. I understand the pressures people can put upon themselves, which are unhelpful and can lead to damaging coping strategies. I will work with you to identify healthier ways of managing anxiety, low self-esteem and further underlying issues. I feel passionate in the potential of therapy to support you through difficult times in your life. Integrative counselling with John I have an integrative approach, meaning that I draw on several ways of working.
020 4538 7398 View 020 4538 7398
Photo of Grace Janet Caluori, PhD, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Grace Janet Caluori
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE22
Grace Caluori Grace trained at the reputable Tavistock Centre for Couple Relationships, an operational unit of the Tavistock Institute of Marital Psychology. Before training as a psychotherapist Grace was a teacher and learning mentor for a London Borough where she pioneered the government’s Pips programme. For a number of years She also served as a director for an independent school in Hong Kong. Grace is a member of the following professional bodies and is bound by their codes of practice and ethics: British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and British Society of Couple Psychotherapists and Counsellors (BSCPC)
Grace Caluori Grace trained at the reputable Tavistock Centre for Couple Relationships, an operational unit of the Tavistock Institute of Marital Psychology. Before training as a psychotherapist Grace was a teacher and learning mentor for a London Borough where she pioneered the government’s Pips programme. For a number of years She also served as a director for an independent school in Hong Kong. Grace is a member of the following professional bodies and is bound by their codes of practice and ethics: British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and British Society of Couple Psychotherapists and Counsellors (BSCPC)
020 3871 8380 View 020 3871 8380
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Bernd Leygraf
Psychotherapist, FNCPS
Verified Verified
London W5
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Consultant Psychotherapist - the only one in my field - with a psychosexual and relationship therapy specialisation. I have over three decades of experience. I train medical consultants, therapists, supervisors and organisational consultants. I run a university accredited psychotherapy training and have done so since 1990.
I am a Consultant Psychotherapist - the only one in my field - with a psychosexual and relationship therapy specialisation. I have over three decades of experience. I train medical consultants, therapists, supervisors and organisational consultants. I run a university accredited psychotherapy training and have done so since 1990.
01895 545667 View 01895 545667
Photo of Barbara Thorpe-Tracey, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Barbara Thorpe-Tracey
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London N1
It’s not unusual to feel unsettled and lost in uncertain times. Sometimes troubled relationships at home or work or from the past can bring low or anxious feelings that may prompt you to step back and ask yourself who you really are and what is the way forward. As an Existential Psychotherapist I can be with you to explore how is it for you to be you right now in the world in which you find yourself. What possibilities are open to you? What are your anxious feelings really telling you? How can you be OK with the feelings and situations that make you uncomfortable, or not knowing what the future holds?
It’s not unusual to feel unsettled and lost in uncertain times. Sometimes troubled relationships at home or work or from the past can bring low or anxious feelings that may prompt you to step back and ask yourself who you really are and what is the way forward. As an Existential Psychotherapist I can be with you to explore how is it for you to be you right now in the world in which you find yourself. What possibilities are open to you? What are your anxious feelings really telling you? How can you be OK with the feelings and situations that make you uncomfortable, or not knowing what the future holds?
020 4538 6665 View 020 4538 6665
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in London

3,000+

Average cost per session

£75

Counsellors in London who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
85% Depression
84% Self Esteem
81% Relationship Issues
79% Stress
66% Trauma and PTSD
62% Bereavement

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

69% Aviva
64% AXA PPP
56% Vitality

How Counsellors in London see their clients

74% In Person and Online
26% Online Only

Gender breakdown

75% Female
24% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in London?

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.