Counselling in London

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Photo of Maryam Keshavarz, MA, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Maryam Keshavarz
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London NW11
I aim to tailor the therapy to meet clients very specific needs with an empathetic and congruent approach. Confidentiality and trust are essential to the counselling process. Clients may share difficult feelings and thoughts with me safe in the knowledge that their personal identity and information will be retained in confidence. I am here for you, to build trust and confidence and to help you unlock your true potential. Therapy might seem daunting at first, but my aim is to bring my clients into contact with what matters in life, to ground them and assist them to encounter​ themselves and others​ better. ​
I aim to tailor the therapy to meet clients very specific needs with an empathetic and congruent approach. Confidentiality and trust are essential to the counselling process. Clients may share difficult feelings and thoughts with me safe in the knowledge that their personal identity and information will be retained in confidence. I am here for you, to build trust and confidence and to help you unlock your true potential. Therapy might seem daunting at first, but my aim is to bring my clients into contact with what matters in life, to ground them and assist them to encounter​ themselves and others​ better. ​
020 3984 9072 View 020 3984 9072
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Dr Rozina Anwar
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London WC2H
Hello, I'm Rozina. I'm a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer. I've worked in the NHS, educational and charitable sectors, and in academia. My doctorate training has equipped me with the academic and clinical expertise which guide me during practice. My role as a university lecturer also roots me in the theory and philosophy behind practice which aids me in understanding the lived experience of my clients.
Hello, I'm Rozina. I'm a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer. I've worked in the NHS, educational and charitable sectors, and in academia. My doctorate training has equipped me with the academic and clinical expertise which guide me during practice. My role as a university lecturer also roots me in the theory and philosophy behind practice which aids me in understanding the lived experience of my clients.
020 3835 6050 View 020 3835 6050
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Root To Rise Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
London W4
I am Emily Lucocq. I am a fully qualified and registered counsellor and mental health professional who helps people to gain insight into there experiences through an empathetic approach. I work mainly with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and breakdown, loss and life transitions, sexuality and sexual and gender issues, addiction, and addictive behaviours. I offer a safe, confidential space that allows you to explore issues that may be difficult to approach with friends and family.
I am Emily Lucocq. I am a fully qualified and registered counsellor and mental health professional who helps people to gain insight into there experiences through an empathetic approach. I work mainly with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and breakdown, loss and life transitions, sexuality and sexual and gender issues, addiction, and addictive behaviours. I offer a safe, confidential space that allows you to explore issues that may be difficult to approach with friends and family.
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Janine Hayward - Composurepsychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London W1G
Hello. Do you struggle with stress from; work, relationships, or parenting? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, or low in self-esteem? You are not alone. Does your need to be perfect upset you or take up too much time? Is a trauma, threat to your health, an illness, a major loss or death hurting you? It doesn't have to be that way. We help people like you understand your distress, learn new skills for managing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts, improve relationships, and find meaning and focus. We're Clinical Psychologists (HCPC), with >10 years of experience delivering effective therapy to kids, teens and adults.
Hello. Do you struggle with stress from; work, relationships, or parenting? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, or low in self-esteem? You are not alone. Does your need to be perfect upset you or take up too much time? Is a trauma, threat to your health, an illness, a major loss or death hurting you? It doesn't have to be that way. We help people like you understand your distress, learn new skills for managing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts, improve relationships, and find meaning and focus. We're Clinical Psychologists (HCPC), with >10 years of experience delivering effective therapy to kids, teens and adults.
0333 344 2063 View 0333 344 2063
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Beatriz Cadavid
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N1
Are you feeling anxious, demotivated, and or depressed? Perhaps you feel like you're at your wits end and don't know what to do? Do you ever feel inadequate, insecure or like you don't belong? Do you ever wish you could just feel more confident? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of negative thinking or trying to avoid your problem but it just won't go away? I have been working successfully with clients with low confidence, self-esteem, social anxiety, social phobia, and existential issues in a counselling or coaching capacity. My style is collaborative, solution-focussed, & somatic, tailored to you and your individual needs.
Are you feeling anxious, demotivated, and or depressed? Perhaps you feel like you're at your wits end and don't know what to do? Do you ever feel inadequate, insecure or like you don't belong? Do you ever wish you could just feel more confident? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of negative thinking or trying to avoid your problem but it just won't go away? I have been working successfully with clients with low confidence, self-esteem, social anxiety, social phobia, and existential issues in a counselling or coaching capacity. My style is collaborative, solution-focussed, & somatic, tailored to you and your individual needs.
020 8138 8527 View 020 8138 8527
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Kat Deyes
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London W2
Reaching out for help and support can feel so daunting – yet by reading this you are already considering this courageous and important step. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, difficulty in your relationships, distressing memories or thoughts, or have experienced abuse, bereavement or childhood trauma, for example, you are not alone. I believe change is possible and it would be a privilege to begin our work together for you to find safety, healing and joy. Our work together will be at your pace, personalised to you, drawing together different therapeutic approaches.
Reaching out for help and support can feel so daunting – yet by reading this you are already considering this courageous and important step. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, difficulty in your relationships, distressing memories or thoughts, or have experienced abuse, bereavement or childhood trauma, for example, you are not alone. I believe change is possible and it would be a privilege to begin our work together for you to find safety, healing and joy. Our work together will be at your pace, personalised to you, drawing together different therapeutic approaches.
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Katherine Ross
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
London SW12
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is Person Centered and this means that each person's individuality is prized and I will respond to your unique needs. Understanding your subjective experience will underpin our sessions with the ultimate aim to harness your tendency towards change or growth and the fulfillment of your potential. I seek to build a non-judgmental relationship that is based on openness and allows for mutual exploration of the content that you bring. This process may lead to greater self-understanding, changes in behavior, new ways of coping, and improved wellbeing.
My approach is Person Centered and this means that each person's individuality is prized and I will respond to your unique needs. Understanding your subjective experience will underpin our sessions with the ultimate aim to harness your tendency towards change or growth and the fulfillment of your potential. I seek to build a non-judgmental relationship that is based on openness and allows for mutual exploration of the content that you bring. This process may lead to greater self-understanding, changes in behavior, new ways of coping, and improved wellbeing.
020 3962 1898 View 020 3962 1898
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Silvia Pellanda
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW1W
Hello, and welcome to my page. I am a Transactional Analysis psychotherapist. I work in a relational framework, both short and long-term. Occasionally, we need extra support for this to happen, and this is where our work will start. It all sounds easy, yet having the courage to begin therapy might be one of the most challenging steps you will take. In my practice, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore the issues that make you feel anxious and distressed.
Hello, and welcome to my page. I am a Transactional Analysis psychotherapist. I work in a relational framework, both short and long-term. Occasionally, we need extra support for this to happen, and this is where our work will start. It all sounds easy, yet having the courage to begin therapy might be one of the most challenging steps you will take. In my practice, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore the issues that make you feel anxious and distressed.
020 7101 2692 View 020 7101 2692
Photo of Louise Leonard, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Louise Leonard
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London E8
I am a UKCP-registered psychotherapist with several years of experience. I offer one-to-one long or short-term therapy for adults. My room is in Haggerston/Dalston, Hackney, East London or online. My approach is Person-Centred which means I hold the belief that deep down, you know what's best to achieve your own best outcome in any life problem. Therefore, I never claim to be an expert on your experience. I aim to create an accepting, non-judgemental, understanding environment that can give us the space to work through any issues safely, confidentially and at your pace. Working together, we can find ways to untangle your blocks.
I am a UKCP-registered psychotherapist with several years of experience. I offer one-to-one long or short-term therapy for adults. My room is in Haggerston/Dalston, Hackney, East London or online. My approach is Person-Centred which means I hold the belief that deep down, you know what's best to achieve your own best outcome in any life problem. Therefore, I never claim to be an expert on your experience. I aim to create an accepting, non-judgemental, understanding environment that can give us the space to work through any issues safely, confidentially and at your pace. Working together, we can find ways to untangle your blocks.
020 3909 7834 View 020 3909 7834
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Donna Raphael
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N4
I specialise in anxiety and depression, but whatever brings you to therapy right now I can support you and together we can explore what is the cause. I am passionate about empowering clients to develop and strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I help my clients consider new ways of viewing the world and guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours. The most important thing to me as a therapist is that I provide a warm and non-judgemental space for you to feel truly seen, heard and understood.
I specialise in anxiety and depression, but whatever brings you to therapy right now I can support you and together we can explore what is the cause. I am passionate about empowering clients to develop and strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I help my clients consider new ways of viewing the world and guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours. The most important thing to me as a therapist is that I provide a warm and non-judgemental space for you to feel truly seen, heard and understood.
020 4538 6941 View 020 4538 6941
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Kelly Garrett
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London SE24
I am a highly skilled Psychotherapist specialising in providing rapid access to evidence based psychological therapy and counselling. With over 20 years’ experience working in both the private and public sector, my expertise encompasses a broad range of areas and specialises in depression, anxiety and trauma. I am also a certified coach and have extensive experience working in corporate environments. I have a warm, open and honest style that is key to developing an empathetic and trusting relationship. Together, we will explore your challenges creating a space for discovery.
I am a highly skilled Psychotherapist specialising in providing rapid access to evidence based psychological therapy and counselling. With over 20 years’ experience working in both the private and public sector, my expertise encompasses a broad range of areas and specialises in depression, anxiety and trauma. I am also a certified coach and have extensive experience working in corporate environments. I have a warm, open and honest style that is key to developing an empathetic and trusting relationship. Together, we will explore your challenges creating a space for discovery.
020 4572 0295 View 020 4572 0295
Natasha Mazzoni
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
London NW4
There may be many reasons why you are considering counselling at this time in your life. You may feel that there is a specific issue that you are struggling to cope with, a sense of emptiness and confusion that you are finding difficult to comprehend.
There may be many reasons why you are considering counselling at this time in your life. You may feel that there is a specific issue that you are struggling to cope with, a sense of emptiness and confusion that you are finding difficult to comprehend.
020 3871 8214 View 020 3871 8214
Photo of Michael Strang, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Michael Strang
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SW19
Anxiety, depression, loneliness, stress, relationship and family conflict.. I recognise the pressures of today’s world and the difficulties we often face reconciling our inner needs with the demands of a busy life and the people we share it with. I am an experienced and mature counsellor and psychotherapist, who retrained in this field after 20 years working in a corporate environment. My experience includes work within the NHS and the Samaritans, where I have seen how easily we can lose ourselves and struggle to cope, and how important it is to find a person or place where we can speak openly and be heard without judgement.
Anxiety, depression, loneliness, stress, relationship and family conflict.. I recognise the pressures of today’s world and the difficulties we often face reconciling our inner needs with the demands of a busy life and the people we share it with. I am an experienced and mature counsellor and psychotherapist, who retrained in this field after 20 years working in a corporate environment. My experience includes work within the NHS and the Samaritans, where I have seen how easily we can lose ourselves and struggle to cope, and how important it is to find a person or place where we can speak openly and be heard without judgement.
01372 677110 View 01372 677110
Photo of Phil Mollon, PhD, BPC, Psychotherapist
Phil Mollon
Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London W1G
Having been in clinical practice for over 45 years, much of it within the NHS, I have experience in working with most kinds of emotional and psychological difficulties. These include trauma, relationship problems, all kinds of anxiety states, depression and low self-esteem, disorders in the sense of self, ADHD - along with the more subtle states of "feeling different" and the challenges of being a "highly sensitive person" or "indigo" being. Spirituality and working with our higher dimensional aspects are a core part of my work, along with help in identifying a person's 'soul mission' and resolving blocks to pursuing this.
Having been in clinical practice for over 45 years, much of it within the NHS, I have experience in working with most kinds of emotional and psychological difficulties. These include trauma, relationship problems, all kinds of anxiety states, depression and low self-esteem, disorders in the sense of self, ADHD - along with the more subtle states of "feeling different" and the challenges of being a "highly sensitive person" or "indigo" being. Spirituality and working with our higher dimensional aspects are a core part of my work, along with help in identifying a person's 'soul mission' and resolving blocks to pursuing this.
01462 418492 View 01462 418492
Photo of Lila Ramsahai, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Lila Ramsahai
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London W1G
I am a well-trained and experienced psychotherapist/life coach and can assist you with various issues regarding, relationships, career, dating, arranged marriage, wedding stress, purpose, career, family issues, parenting and more. I work with individuals, couples and families and my background is diverse, multicultural and international. If you want to improve your life and be more in charge of your overall wellbeing and happiness, reach out today. Apart from finding clarity, relief and understanding, we will also establish healthy coping mechanisms and techniques that will help you progress in life.
I am a well-trained and experienced psychotherapist/life coach and can assist you with various issues regarding, relationships, career, dating, arranged marriage, wedding stress, purpose, career, family issues, parenting and more. I work with individuals, couples and families and my background is diverse, multicultural and international. If you want to improve your life and be more in charge of your overall wellbeing and happiness, reach out today. Apart from finding clarity, relief and understanding, we will also establish healthy coping mechanisms and techniques that will help you progress in life.
020 4538 1624 View 020 4538 1624
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Jim Reynolds
Counsellor
Verified Verified
London W1T
Sex and relationship therapy can help us to not only understand our difficulties, but also empower us to make better choices about being in the world. The challenges of psychosexual and/or relationship therapy are experienced differently by every individual client, and my practice has evolved to meet each client or relationship on their unique terms. My approach to working with clients blends principles from psychodynamic, gestalt, existential, and transpersonal modalities, into a whole-person approach, in partnership with the techniques of sex and relationship therapy. Rates: £100 (individual), £110-£130 (relationship clients).
Sex and relationship therapy can help us to not only understand our difficulties, but also empower us to make better choices about being in the world. The challenges of psychosexual and/or relationship therapy are experienced differently by every individual client, and my practice has evolved to meet each client or relationship on their unique terms. My approach to working with clients blends principles from psychodynamic, gestalt, existential, and transpersonal modalities, into a whole-person approach, in partnership with the techniques of sex and relationship therapy. Rates: £100 (individual), £110-£130 (relationship clients).
020 3929 3597 View 020 3929 3597
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Lucy Lewis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW4
Hi, I'm Lucy welcome to my page. If you're here maybe you're looking for someone to talk to in a safe, comfortable and non judgemental space which I provide in Clapham and Tooting.
Hi, I'm Lucy welcome to my page. If you're here maybe you're looking for someone to talk to in a safe, comfortable and non judgemental space which I provide in Clapham and Tooting.
020 4538 2438 View 020 4538 2438
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Sarah Hanchet
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London W1T
Hello, I'm Sarah and I am a UKCP Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. I offer general psychotherapy to adults with relationship difficulties. I see individuals in person and on line. We explore what feels so difficult and why, and we work out together what you want. I also specialise and work with women who are having fertility treatments. I offer women more in-depth psychological support than many clinics offer. I work with women who are unable to conceive, and who rely on donor eggs and sperm. Finally, I am an ex NHS CEO and I work with professionals / career people to help them to think about what they want from work, post pandemic.
Hello, I'm Sarah and I am a UKCP Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. I offer general psychotherapy to adults with relationship difficulties. I see individuals in person and on line. We explore what feels so difficult and why, and we work out together what you want. I also specialise and work with women who are having fertility treatments. I offer women more in-depth psychological support than many clinics offer. I work with women who are unable to conceive, and who rely on donor eggs and sperm. Finally, I am an ex NHS CEO and I work with professionals / career people to help them to think about what they want from work, post pandemic.
020 3761 4056 View 020 3761 4056
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Dr Reka Onody
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N1
Welcome, I'm Reka. You may be going through difficulties in life right now and would like to get some clarity and relief, and would like to feel heard and listened to. As a therapist, I can help you learn how to reflect on yourself with empathy and without judgement in order to reach greater awareness which gives you freedom, authenticity and can lead to healing. With my relational, experiential and holistic approach I can support you through difficult experiences, such as: burnout, anxiety, career change, loss, grief, depression, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, and more, check out my website to find out more.
Welcome, I'm Reka. You may be going through difficulties in life right now and would like to get some clarity and relief, and would like to feel heard and listened to. As a therapist, I can help you learn how to reflect on yourself with empathy and without judgement in order to reach greater awareness which gives you freedom, authenticity and can lead to healing. With my relational, experiential and holistic approach I can support you through difficult experiences, such as: burnout, anxiety, career change, loss, grief, depression, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, and more, check out my website to find out more.
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Tim Williamson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N2
It was Mr Miyagi in the movie “The Karate Kid” who said, “You know, but you do not understand.” We are often aware of the feelings and thoughts we are having, the behaviours they are causing and the distress that can generate. We can even know the traumas that have happened that we can attribute them to. But we can’t understand or articulate them enough to change them and heal. Perhaps this is the way you feel? Maybe you have been struggling with anxiety, depression or both for some time and everyday life is more challenging than you want it to be? Maybe you’ve experienced a traumatic event that you can’t seem to get over?
It was Mr Miyagi in the movie “The Karate Kid” who said, “You know, but you do not understand.” We are often aware of the feelings and thoughts we are having, the behaviours they are causing and the distress that can generate. We can even know the traumas that have happened that we can attribute them to. But we can’t understand or articulate them enough to change them and heal. Perhaps this is the way you feel? Maybe you have been struggling with anxiety, depression or both for some time and everyday life is more challenging than you want it to be? Maybe you’ve experienced a traumatic event that you can’t seem to get over?
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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
83% Self Esteem
81% Relationship Issues
78% Stress
66% Trauma and PTSD
62% Bereavement

Average years in practice

9 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

68% Aviva
63% AXA PPP
55% 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.