Counselling in South Kensington, London

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Victoria Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
I am a qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor with many years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, stress, adolescent issues, trauma, anger management, relationship problems and much more. I offer solution focused short-term counselling or long-term open ended psychotherapy. I work in a supportive, caring and non-judgemental manner and offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
I am a qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor with many years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, stress, adolescent issues, trauma, anger management, relationship problems and much more. I offer solution focused short-term counselling or long-term open ended psychotherapy. I work in a supportive, caring and non-judgemental manner and offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
01372 677138 View 01372 677138
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Alex Luckhurst
Counsellor, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
I understand that seeking help can be a difficult decision and I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and meaningful life which I am committed to assisting you achieve. I am here to help you on your journey towards self-discovery, healing and personal transformation and together we can work towards creating a life that is aligned with your values, goals and aspirations.
I understand that seeking help can be a difficult decision and I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and meaningful life which I am committed to assisting you achieve. I am here to help you on your journey towards self-discovery, healing and personal transformation and together we can work towards creating a life that is aligned with your values, goals and aspirations.
020 3805 2431 View 020 3805 2431
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NOATerapi - Nuray Ozben Avsar
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
South Kensington, London SW7
Nuray Ozben Avsar completed her undergraduate degree in Psychological Counseling at Bogazici University and obtained her postgraduate in Psychology. She is a mental health professional practicing for the past 18 years. Mrs. Avsar is highly skilled in working with people across all age groups, including, children, teenagers, adults and older adults who are experiencing a various type of cognitive, behavioural, emotional and physical difficulties such as trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, low-self-esteem, loss and adjustment difficulties, eating disorders, social anxiety, emotional dysregulation, panic disorder, perfectionism..
Nuray Ozben Avsar completed her undergraduate degree in Psychological Counseling at Bogazici University and obtained her postgraduate in Psychology. She is a mental health professional practicing for the past 18 years. Mrs. Avsar is highly skilled in working with people across all age groups, including, children, teenagers, adults and older adults who are experiencing a various type of cognitive, behavioural, emotional and physical difficulties such as trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, low-self-esteem, loss and adjustment difficulties, eating disorders, social anxiety, emotional dysregulation, panic disorder, perfectionism..
020 4538 3390 View 020 4538 3390
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Promis Clinics
Verified Verified
South Kensington, London SW7
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
020 3958 4322 View 020 3958 4322
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Dr Sandra Couto
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South Kensington, London SW7
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life in general? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life in general? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
020 3195 4395 View 020 3195 4395
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Fedra Feizi
Psychotherapist, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
If you’re here, you’re probably facing some personal challenges and needing some support. Life can get hard and overwhelming sometimes. Talking to someone, an impartial professional, can be helpful. You might be battling depression or anxiety. You may feel stuck, lost or have low self-esteem. Our relationships can sometimes become a source of pain and frustration. Sometimes, we don’t even really know what the issue is. We just know something isn’t quite right. It's important to know, you don’t have to deal with it all on your own. With the right support, you could be living a more joyful, authentic and meaningful life.
If you’re here, you’re probably facing some personal challenges and needing some support. Life can get hard and overwhelming sometimes. Talking to someone, an impartial professional, can be helpful. You might be battling depression or anxiety. You may feel stuck, lost or have low self-esteem. Our relationships can sometimes become a source of pain and frustration. Sometimes, we don’t even really know what the issue is. We just know something isn’t quite right. It's important to know, you don’t have to deal with it all on your own. With the right support, you could be living a more joyful, authentic and meaningful life.
020 4572 1891 View 020 4572 1891
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Dr Lee Martin Mbacp(Sen.accred)Emdr(Accred) Ma Ba(Hons) Pg-Dip
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
020 3376 7948 View 020 3376 7948
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Patrick Hentsch
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
My purpose is to guide and facilitate my clients toward an empowered, spiritually connected, and self-directed life. Individuals who are discouraged by, and feel powerless over their impulsivity and compulsions, battle against their own behaviors, emotions, and thoughts, and who have lost their connection to living in joy, are those I feel compassionately called to serve.
My purpose is to guide and facilitate my clients toward an empowered, spiritually connected, and self-directed life. Individuals who are discouraged by, and feel powerless over their impulsivity and compulsions, battle against their own behaviors, emotions, and thoughts, and who have lost their connection to living in joy, are those I feel compassionately called to serve.
020 3835 6234 View 020 3835 6234
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Divya Chopra Berry
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
"It's dark because you are trying too hard ... Try to do everything lightly. Yes, lightly even though you're feeling deeply " (Aldous Huxley). I am a multi-cultural Counsellor with Person-Centered work experience. I am Gestalt-trained, and work within an Integrative and Humanistic modality. I hold degrees in Social Psychology and Health Psychology, which lends itself to my interdisciplinary perspective. I welcome working inclusively with clients that come from every kind of cultural and social background, ethnicity, and ethos, including young adults/ the elderly.
"It's dark because you are trying too hard ... Try to do everything lightly. Yes, lightly even though you're feeling deeply " (Aldous Huxley). I am a multi-cultural Counsellor with Person-Centered work experience. I am Gestalt-trained, and work within an Integrative and Humanistic modality. I hold degrees in Social Psychology and Health Psychology, which lends itself to my interdisciplinary perspective. I welcome working inclusively with clients that come from every kind of cultural and social background, ethnicity, and ethos, including young adults/ the elderly.
07775 775913 View 07775 775913
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Karmela Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Karmela at Mixed Emotions Counselling. As a fully qualified and insured counsellor and psychotherapist, I will work with you collaboratively, as a team focused on you, where you are the expert on your life and I provide empathy, challenge, insight and practical strategies. The most important aspect of therapy is that we "click" and feel a connection that allows you to open up and feel safe and understood. Whether you're looking for more clarity in your life, support with life changes, relationships, or managing anxiety or depression, we can work through it together. All identities and orientations are respected and welcome.
Hi, I'm Karmela at Mixed Emotions Counselling. As a fully qualified and insured counsellor and psychotherapist, I will work with you collaboratively, as a team focused on you, where you are the expert on your life and I provide empathy, challenge, insight and practical strategies. The most important aspect of therapy is that we "click" and feel a connection that allows you to open up and feel safe and understood. Whether you're looking for more clarity in your life, support with life changes, relationships, or managing anxiety or depression, we can work through it together. All identities and orientations are respected and welcome.
020 4538 5026 View 020 4538 5026
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Robin Robinson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
South Kensington, London SW7
Sometimes life can be challenging. The cost of living crisis has triggered uncertainty, anxiety, and stress in many. Perhaps you’ve suffered from workplace issues or a redundancy? You may have experienced traumatic loss or a bereavement and want to make sense of this? Do you feel anxious or under pressure about deadlines or exams? Maybe you are in the midst of a career change? If you don’t feel like yourself & need unbiased, confidential support, whatever the challenge, I will empower you to transform. I work in W1 in Central London, in SW7, Kensington, and Hammersmith, W6. Contact me for an initial free consultation.
Sometimes life can be challenging. The cost of living crisis has triggered uncertainty, anxiety, and stress in many. Perhaps you’ve suffered from workplace issues or a redundancy? You may have experienced traumatic loss or a bereavement and want to make sense of this? Do you feel anxious or under pressure about deadlines or exams? Maybe you are in the midst of a career change? If you don’t feel like yourself & need unbiased, confidential support, whatever the challenge, I will empower you to transform. I work in W1 in Central London, in SW7, Kensington, and Hammersmith, W6. Contact me for an initial free consultation.
020 3962 2369 View 020 3962 2369
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Madeleine Vieira
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
South Kensington, London SW7
Dr. Madeleine Vieira is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist specialised in Anxiety Disorders and has also extensively worked with the following: Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Third Culture Kids' Issues, Grief, Family Change, Cultural Adaptation, Transitions, Friendships, Academic Achievement, Learning Difficulties, Behavioural Difficulties, Illness, Social Isolation, Teenager / Adolescent Issues.
Dr. Madeleine Vieira is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist specialised in Anxiety Disorders and has also extensively worked with the following: Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Third Culture Kids' Issues, Grief, Family Change, Cultural Adaptation, Transitions, Friendships, Academic Achievement, Learning Difficulties, Behavioural Difficulties, Illness, Social Isolation, Teenager / Adolescent Issues.
020 3828 0681 View 020 3828 0681
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Merve Bayer Counseling
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
South Kensington, 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
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Jo-Anne Karlsson
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
South Kensington, London SW7
My ideal clients include high-profile professionals in the judiciary or entertainment industry who struggle with the pressures of public visibility, managing stress, and maintaining authentic identities. They seek a confidential space to process challenges without judgment. I also work with sex workers navigating trauma, addiction, complex relationships, exploring self-beliefs and establish healthy boundaries. Additionally, I support young people (15-23) facing educational pressures, career uncertainties, and independence struggles.
My ideal clients include high-profile professionals in the judiciary or entertainment industry who struggle with the pressures of public visibility, managing stress, and maintaining authentic identities. They seek a confidential space to process challenges without judgment. I also work with sex workers navigating trauma, addiction, complex relationships, exploring self-beliefs and establish healthy boundaries. Additionally, I support young people (15-23) facing educational pressures, career uncertainties, and independence struggles.
01344 567575 View 01344 567575
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Wellbeing Strategist
Verified Verified
South Kensington, London SW7
You’re an ambitious executive, driven by success, but lately, the constant pressure is taking its toll. Sleepless nights, a mind that won’t shut off, and the feeling that work is always demanding more. You’re burnt out, exhausted, and longing for balance. You want to reclaim your energy and joy, so you can excel at work without sacrificing your well-being.
You’re an ambitious executive, driven by success, but lately, the constant pressure is taking its toll. Sleepless nights, a mind that won’t shut off, and the feeling that work is always demanding more. You’re burnt out, exhausted, and longing for balance. You want to reclaim your energy and joy, so you can excel at work without sacrificing your well-being.
020 3857 8069 View 020 3857 8069
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Tony Clark
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
South Kensington, London SW7
No one wants to feel like they’re just getting by in their relationship. You might miss how things used to be between you. Maybe you feel distant, even when you're together. Conversations may have become tense, shallow, or purely practical. Arguments might circle back to the same unresolved issues. Or perhaps you’re facing betrayal, sexual difficulties, ongoing conflict, major life changes, or growing differences in values. Whatever you're navigating, we can work together to make sense of it.
No one wants to feel like they’re just getting by in their relationship. You might miss how things used to be between you. Maybe you feel distant, even when you're together. Conversations may have become tense, shallow, or purely practical. Arguments might circle back to the same unresolved issues. Or perhaps you’re facing betrayal, sexual difficulties, ongoing conflict, major life changes, or growing differences in values. Whatever you're navigating, we can work together to make sense of it.
020 3987 4675 View 020 3987 4675
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Tara Gallagher. Couples. Emdr. Talking
Counsellor, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions. Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like freedom versus security, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns, conflicts over finances and recurring arguments. In therapy, we start by understanding your story's narrative. We unravel underlying beliefs like "I'm not good enough," "It's my fault," and "I'm unsafe." Together, we collaborate to establish secure attachment and facilitate repair.
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions. Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like freedom versus security, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns, conflicts over finances and recurring arguments. In therapy, we start by understanding your story's narrative. We unravel underlying beliefs like "I'm not good enough," "It's my fault," and "I'm unsafe." Together, we collaborate to establish secure attachment and facilitate repair.
020 4538 7154 View 020 4538 7154
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Marie-Eve Chopov
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
South Kensington, London SW7
Since the outset of my professional career I have specialised in working with trauma and complex developmental trauma. I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner which is a body oriented approach to the healing of trauma, targeting the underlying issues, beyond the designated symptom. In addition, I am a trained NARM Master Practitioner which is a developmental trauma oriented informed model. This allows the work to target on a profound level the interplay between biological and relational aspects of trauma relating to attachment and connection.
Since the outset of my professional career I have specialised in working with trauma and complex developmental trauma. I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner which is a body oriented approach to the healing of trauma, targeting the underlying issues, beyond the designated symptom. In addition, I am a trained NARM Master Practitioner which is a developmental trauma oriented informed model. This allows the work to target on a profound level the interplay between biological and relational aspects of trauma relating to attachment and connection.
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Rosana Silva
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
South Kensington, London SW7
I’m an experienced psychotherapist & counsellor offering individual therapy; I provide both short-term and open-ended therapy. Alongside my private practice, I work at a community counselling in Waterloo. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and have helped people from various nationalities, backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations. I have previously worked at the Holloway prison in London, YMCA, for institutions in Greece, India, and Nepal. My extensive experience working with various people and presentations supports my understanding and compassion of mental and physical conditions.
I’m an experienced psychotherapist & counsellor offering individual therapy; I provide both short-term and open-ended therapy. Alongside my private practice, I work at a community counselling in Waterloo. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and have helped people from various nationalities, backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations. I have previously worked at the Holloway prison in London, YMCA, for institutions in Greece, India, and Nepal. My extensive experience working with various people and presentations supports my understanding and compassion of mental and physical conditions.
020 8106 2156 x44 View 020 8106 2156 x44
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Ashleen Neeson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South Kensington, London SW7
Sometimes life can be challenging and we don’t know where to turn. Maybe you and your loved ones are fighting a lot or perhaps not communicating at all? Do you always think the worst about a situation or yourself? Are you comfortable in your own skin? You may want to become more confident or assertive in expressing yourself, saying what you really think without fear. Maybe past events or traumas are preventing you from moving forward and living the happy life that you want. No matter what your situation is, counselling can help create a safe space for you to feel free and help you through even the most difficult of times.
Sometimes life can be challenging and we don’t know where to turn. Maybe you and your loved ones are fighting a lot or perhaps not communicating at all? Do you always think the worst about a situation or yourself? Are you comfortable in your own skin? You may want to become more confident or assertive in expressing yourself, saying what you really think without fear. Maybe past events or traumas are preventing you from moving forward and living the happy life that you want. No matter what your situation is, counselling can help create a safe space for you to feel free and help you through even the most difficult of times.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in South Kensington, London

100+

Average cost per session

£85

Counsellors in South Kensington, London who prioritize treating:

95% Anxiety
89% Depression
88% Self Esteem
86% Relationship Issues
83% Stress
71% Trauma and PTSD
63% Bereavement

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

82% AXA PPP
76% Aviva
57% Vitality

How Counsellors in South Kensington, London see their clients

74% In Person and Online
26% Online Only

Gender breakdown

75% Female
25% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in South Kensington, 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.