Counselling in Hockley, Nottingham

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Dr Lianne Beadsmoore
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Lianne and I am a Chartered and Registered Psychologist and a Qualified EMDR Therapist. I have a broad range of experience in helping individuals improve their mental health and well-being. I am committed to providing a supportive and empathetic environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in your life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other mental health concern, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions.
My name is Lianne and I am a Chartered and Registered Psychologist and a Qualified EMDR Therapist. I have a broad range of experience in helping individuals improve their mental health and well-being. I am committed to providing a supportive and empathetic environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in your life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other mental health concern, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions.
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Naheed Chowdhery
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hockley, Nottingham NG1
Welcome, my name is Naheed and I am a Humanistic Integrative therapist, working from Nottingham, in-person, and online. We all experience dissatisfaction within our relationships at some period within our lives. Sometimes we need support to understand what we are feeling and struggle with anxiety and depression and feel trapped. I am committed to providing support within a safe, empathic and confidential space where you can explore your experience with respect and understanding. I have an in-depth understanding of the experiences of being a daughter, sister, mother, wife or friend and can offer fresh insight to familiar patterns.
Welcome, my name is Naheed and I am a Humanistic Integrative therapist, working from Nottingham, in-person, and online. We all experience dissatisfaction within our relationships at some period within our lives. Sometimes we need support to understand what we are feeling and struggle with anxiety and depression and feel trapped. I am committed to providing support within a safe, empathic and confidential space where you can explore your experience with respect and understanding. I have an in-depth understanding of the experiences of being a daughter, sister, mother, wife or friend and can offer fresh insight to familiar patterns.
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Alice Bramhill
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Alice. If you're tired of self doubt holding you back, and you're ready to fully own your potential & heal the past, I am your triple accredited RMN, Therapist & Coach who can get you there. I help deep-feeling, self-critical adults stop people-pleasing & create lives that align with their needs and values. It's time to tame your inner critic that stops you from living how you truly want. You dream of a life with better boundaries, space to be you without shame. Together, we’ll quiet the noise of self-doubt, build unshakable self-compassion, and give you the tools to confidently advocate for yourself, without guilt or shame.
Hi, I'm Alice. If you're tired of self doubt holding you back, and you're ready to fully own your potential & heal the past, I am your triple accredited RMN, Therapist & Coach who can get you there. I help deep-feeling, self-critical adults stop people-pleasing & create lives that align with their needs and values. It's time to tame your inner critic that stops you from living how you truly want. You dream of a life with better boundaries, space to be you without shame. Together, we’ll quiet the noise of self-doubt, build unshakable self-compassion, and give you the tools to confidently advocate for yourself, without guilt or shame.
0115 647 4666 View 0115 647 4666
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Lynne Walder
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
As a Psychotherapist, Life Coach & Hypnotherapist, my clients get x3 professional competencies for the price of 1! I feel it’s time the truth was known about depression, mental illness & menopause. I identify the ‘root causes’ of distress, using a unique, methodology & practice, that considers psychological pain as a ‘symptom’. This paradigm shift, regarding the root cause of psychological distress, ensures my clients experience freedom from depression, stress, anxiety, the misery of menopause, addictions, & compulsive behaviours. This catalyses psychological growth & offers powerful sustainable transformation.
As a Psychotherapist, Life Coach & Hypnotherapist, my clients get x3 professional competencies for the price of 1! I feel it’s time the truth was known about depression, mental illness & menopause. I identify the ‘root causes’ of distress, using a unique, methodology & practice, that considers psychological pain as a ‘symptom’. This paradigm shift, regarding the root cause of psychological distress, ensures my clients experience freedom from depression, stress, anxiety, the misery of menopause, addictions, & compulsive behaviours. This catalyses psychological growth & offers powerful sustainable transformation.
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Sanchia Biswas
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Living with mental health difficulties can be a tough experience, especially if you feel that you do not have much support to help you. If you also have physical health issues, then this can be even more distressing and potentially isolating. As a qualified and registered Clinical Psychologist, I have often worked alongside individuals struggling to live a value-driven life as mental health difficulties have gotten in the way. I believe it is important to tailor therapy to meet your needs/goals. We can create a safe space to reflect upon your experiences, and collaboratively find ways to manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
Living with mental health difficulties can be a tough experience, especially if you feel that you do not have much support to help you. If you also have physical health issues, then this can be even more distressing and potentially isolating. As a qualified and registered Clinical Psychologist, I have often worked alongside individuals struggling to live a value-driven life as mental health difficulties have gotten in the way. I believe it is important to tailor therapy to meet your needs/goals. We can create a safe space to reflect upon your experiences, and collaboratively find ways to manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
0115 647 8036 View 0115 647 8036
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Hidden Gem Psychology Service
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptoms. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of depression, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
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Andrea Barratt
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
People seek counselling for aspects of life which are troubling them. It might be because of depression, anxiety, low mood, a lack of confidence or feeling overwhelmed. Perhaps you are wishing to recover from past traumas or you're feeling stuck. Seeking help is a positive and courageous step. Choosing a counsellor that you can trust and feel comfortable with is important. For this reason I offer a free, no obligation, 30 minute telephone consultation. My practice is based near the centre of Derby. I provide therapy for adults from 18 years upwards.
People seek counselling for aspects of life which are troubling them. It might be because of depression, anxiety, low mood, a lack of confidence or feeling overwhelmed. Perhaps you are wishing to recover from past traumas or you're feeling stuck. Seeking help is a positive and courageous step. Choosing a counsellor that you can trust and feel comfortable with is important. For this reason I offer a free, no obligation, 30 minute telephone consultation. My practice is based near the centre of Derby. I provide therapy for adults from 18 years upwards.
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Vesna Pivcevic
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I am a professionally trained and qualified person-centred counsellor supporting clients with a wide range of issues. Reaching out for help can feel like a big step so I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you to make your decision. Being able to talk about everything that matters to you and feeling truly heard and understood, can help you to ease your burdens and feel able to cope again. I offer both long and short-term counselling, face to face or online.
I am a professionally trained and qualified person-centred counsellor supporting clients with a wide range of issues. Reaching out for help can feel like a big step so I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you to make your decision. Being able to talk about everything that matters to you and feeling truly heard and understood, can help you to ease your burdens and feel able to cope again. I offer both long and short-term counselling, face to face or online.
0115 647 0049 View 0115 647 0049
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Addictions Counselling & Therapy Nottingham
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
10 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer private, confidential and effective therapy to clients struggling with compulsions and/or addictions, either using a secure online therapy platform or in person at my professional consulting rooms in Nottingham. I offer a discrete and professional service individually tailored to you, to help you make changes. My background includes working in residential rehabs for The Priory and NHS services. When it comes to addiction / compulsive behaviours, some clients might be seeking to gain control again, and others to stop completely. I aim to help clients find and achieve the best way forward for themselves.
I offer private, confidential and effective therapy to clients struggling with compulsions and/or addictions, either using a secure online therapy platform or in person at my professional consulting rooms in Nottingham. I offer a discrete and professional service individually tailored to you, to help you make changes. My background includes working in residential rehabs for The Priory and NHS services. When it comes to addiction / compulsive behaviours, some clients might be seeking to gain control again, and others to stop completely. I aim to help clients find and achieve the best way forward for themselves.
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Vicki King
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Does your world feel disconnected or overwhelming? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, lonely, or unseen? Perhaps you find yourself changing who you are to meet others' expectations or feel like something is missing in your life. If this resonates with you, you don’t have to face it alone. In our work together, I will help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself so you can feel more at ease and confident. We’ll also explore how to build and nurture meaningful, authentic relationships. By addressing the parts of you that feel fragmented or disconnected, you’ll restore balance and find greater harmony.
Does your world feel disconnected or overwhelming? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, lonely, or unseen? Perhaps you find yourself changing who you are to meet others' expectations or feel like something is missing in your life. If this resonates with you, you don’t have to face it alone. In our work together, I will help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself so you can feel more at ease and confident. We’ll also explore how to build and nurture meaningful, authentic relationships. By addressing the parts of you that feel fragmented or disconnected, you’ll restore balance and find greater harmony.
0115 647 7114 View 0115 647 7114
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Sara Badr-Andrews
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I am based in Beeston, Nottingham. It easily accessible by car, bus and tram. Things can throw us off course and we can lose ourselves and need support through difficult times. It may just be that you need someone to talk to about what’s going on for you. I can help you by offering a warm and safe space where you will be fully listened to and can explore your emotional difficulties without judgement and at a pace that suits you.
I am based in Beeston, Nottingham. It easily accessible by car, bus and tram. Things can throw us off course and we can lose ourselves and need support through difficult times. It may just be that you need someone to talk to about what’s going on for you. I can help you by offering a warm and safe space where you will be fully listened to and can explore your emotional difficulties without judgement and at a pace that suits you.
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Rebecca Fox
Psychotherapist, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, I’m Rebecca. I will be by your side as you explore whatever you wish to share, accepting all parts of you and bringing all parts of myself. As a person-centred therapist I offer a space that is non-judgemental, open and supportive. I offer you space that is just for you, to have the time to be heard and express yourself. I'm passionate about social justice and embed this in my practice, curious about how your identities and life experiences are felt and perceived. It feels like a really hard time to be queer and/or trans at the moment, I'm here to hold you and have understanding and experience.
Hello, I’m Rebecca. I will be by your side as you explore whatever you wish to share, accepting all parts of you and bringing all parts of myself. As a person-centred therapist I offer a space that is non-judgemental, open and supportive. I offer you space that is just for you, to have the time to be heard and express yourself. I'm passionate about social justice and embed this in my practice, curious about how your identities and life experiences are felt and perceived. It feels like a really hard time to be queer and/or trans at the moment, I'm here to hold you and have understanding and experience.
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Sharon Campbell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk through whatever brings you to counselling. I believe that you have the full potential to overcome any emotional challenges you may be facing and that together we can untangle the busyness of your thoughts and make sense of everything. With growing awareness comes the element of choice - which in turn will open up a life you want to live. You may have a personal goal that you want to achieve from the sessions or it may just be about having a space to say things out loud and start to own how you are feeling. I will always be led by the client as you are the expert of you.
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk through whatever brings you to counselling. I believe that you have the full potential to overcome any emotional challenges you may be facing and that together we can untangle the busyness of your thoughts and make sense of everything. With growing awareness comes the element of choice - which in turn will open up a life you want to live. You may have a personal goal that you want to achieve from the sessions or it may just be about having a space to say things out loud and start to own how you are feeling. I will always be led by the client as you are the expert of you.
0115 647 3837 View 0115 647 3837
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Louise Knowles
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate work-based challenges and relationship difficulties. I specialize in supporting individuals in mental health, psychological fields, and education, including academics, students, and professionals. My approach integrates person-centered and Gestalt psychotherapy, alongside executive coaching training, tailored to your needs. With experience in the NHS, third sector, and higher education, I bring a deep understanding of professional and personal challenges. Together, we’ll create positive change and increase your insight.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate work-based challenges and relationship difficulties. I specialize in supporting individuals in mental health, psychological fields, and education, including academics, students, and professionals. My approach integrates person-centered and Gestalt psychotherapy, alongside executive coaching training, tailored to your needs. With experience in the NHS, third sector, and higher education, I bring a deep understanding of professional and personal challenges. Together, we’ll create positive change and increase your insight.
01724 514338 View 01724 514338
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Ruthf.Therapies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist and I aim is to provide a safe, compassionate and reflective space for you to explore issues. If you've reached a turning point or find yourself "stuck"; wondering how did I end up here; I'd like to provide an environment where we can explore those issues together, and help you work towards greater clarity and awareness. If you're feeling at a loss or have no-one to share your anxieties with; I'd like to come alongside to offer support and a reflective space.
I’m a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist and I aim is to provide a safe, compassionate and reflective space for you to explore issues. If you've reached a turning point or find yourself "stuck"; wondering how did I end up here; I'd like to provide an environment where we can explore those issues together, and help you work towards greater clarity and awareness. If you're feeling at a loss or have no-one to share your anxieties with; I'd like to come alongside to offer support and a reflective space.
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Kiran Sandhu
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
My goal is to help and support you to develop healthy coping strategies, become more self-aware and experience personal growth. I offer tailor-made therapy that is as individual and unique as you are. Therapy shouldn't just benefit you whilst in session but continue to support you outside of the sessions too. This is achieved by using a combination of talking therapy, worksheets and practical exercises. You can always call me if you are struggling in between sessions. Do you invest more time, love and attention in others than yourself? Then perhaps it is time for you to invest in yourself.
My goal is to help and support you to develop healthy coping strategies, become more self-aware and experience personal growth. I offer tailor-made therapy that is as individual and unique as you are. Therapy shouldn't just benefit you whilst in session but continue to support you outside of the sessions too. This is achieved by using a combination of talking therapy, worksheets and practical exercises. You can always call me if you are struggling in between sessions. Do you invest more time, love and attention in others than yourself? Then perhaps it is time for you to invest in yourself.
01322 936163 View 01322 936163
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Mark Halbert
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need extra support. I know, I've been there! If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, or unhappy, my Counselling sessions can help you. I offer an empathic, non-judgmental space where you’ll feel truly heard and understood. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and habit patterns to uncover what’s holding you back from becoming your best Self. With this newfound clarity and awareness, I’ll help you break free from limiting thoughts and feelings patterns and create a positive, empowered lifestyle. Your tomorrow starts today.
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need extra support. I know, I've been there! If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, or unhappy, my Counselling sessions can help you. I offer an empathic, non-judgmental space where you’ll feel truly heard and understood. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and habit patterns to uncover what’s holding you back from becoming your best Self. With this newfound clarity and awareness, I’ll help you break free from limiting thoughts and feelings patterns and create a positive, empowered lifestyle. Your tomorrow starts today.
01777 801425 View 01777 801425
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Kerry Cope
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you struggling to cope with your thoughts, emotions, or behaviours? Have you experienced traumatic or painful events, which you are struggling to make sense of or move on from? I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 15 years experience of supporting people with mental health difficulties including anxiety, self-esteem, and trauma reactions, including PTSD. Alongside my private practice I also work in an NHS perinatal mental health service.
Are you struggling to cope with your thoughts, emotions, or behaviours? Have you experienced traumatic or painful events, which you are struggling to make sense of or move on from? I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 15 years experience of supporting people with mental health difficulties including anxiety, self-esteem, and trauma reactions, including PTSD. Alongside my private practice I also work in an NHS perinatal mental health service.
01777 802497 View 01777 802497
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Lindsey Kind
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling depressed or anxious signals that your needs are not being met & I'm widely experienced to support you in discovering them. As well as this, I specialise working with those who have had difficult family, childhood and/or relationship histories including; Challenging/Toxic Family Dynamics, Abuse (inc. Narcissistic) Bullying (child/work/adult), Domestic Violence/Stalking, Assaults & Trauma Life Events. Our history shapes us & can lead to Self-Doubt, People-Pleasing, Attracting Entitled People, Guilt, Poor Boundaries, Poor Self-Esteem, Fear of Relationships, Trauma Responses (PTSD) & feeling Powerless to make a Change.
Feeling depressed or anxious signals that your needs are not being met & I'm widely experienced to support you in discovering them. As well as this, I specialise working with those who have had difficult family, childhood and/or relationship histories including; Challenging/Toxic Family Dynamics, Abuse (inc. Narcissistic) Bullying (child/work/adult), Domestic Violence/Stalking, Assaults & Trauma Life Events. Our history shapes us & can lead to Self-Doubt, People-Pleasing, Attracting Entitled People, Guilt, Poor Boundaries, Poor Self-Esteem, Fear of Relationships, Trauma Responses (PTSD) & feeling Powerless to make a Change.
01623 392373 View 01623 392373
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Tracy Rowberry
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Working with clients who feel confused, conflicted or unhappy about who they are, is an area of therapy I am drawn to. Whether as a result of birth; life choice; changes in circumstances or life stage; labelling or perceptions by others; or unresolved events from their past, this can feel an isolating, anxiety- inducing, unsettling and distressing time, it can also feel difficult to stop feeling negatively about yourself, feeling you're to blame. I get it, I really do. I can provide a non-judgemental space for you to explore your inner thoughts, worries, or beliefs that are making life difficult to cope with. A place you can be you.
Working with clients who feel confused, conflicted or unhappy about who they are, is an area of therapy I am drawn to. Whether as a result of birth; life choice; changes in circumstances or life stage; labelling or perceptions by others; or unresolved events from their past, this can feel an isolating, anxiety- inducing, unsettling and distressing time, it can also feel difficult to stop feeling negatively about yourself, feeling you're to blame. I get it, I really do. I can provide a non-judgemental space for you to explore your inner thoughts, worries, or beliefs that are making life difficult to cope with. A place you can be you.
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Number of Counsellors in Hockley, Nottingham

100+

Average cost per session

£60

Counsellors in Hockley, Nottingham who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
89% Depression
79% Self Esteem
79% Stress
75% Relationship Issues
75% Trauma and PTSD
66% Bereavement

Average years in practice

8 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

67% AXA PPP
64% Aviva
53% Vitality

How Counsellors in Hockley, Nottingham see their clients

71% In Person and Online
29% Online Only

Gender breakdown

77% Female
22% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Hockley, Nottingham?

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

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

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

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

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

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

What type of therapy is right for me?

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

How much does therapy cost?

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

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

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

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

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

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

Is online therapy a good option?

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

Are therapy sessions confidential?

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