Counselling in Southbourne

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Catherine Burnard
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southbourne PO10
My name is Catherine, I am a fully qualified Psychotherapeutic counsellor, and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer individual counselling, couples counselling and I also work with children from the age of 8 to 18 years (I hold a post qualifying Diploma to work with children). I offer face to face sessions from my practice in Southbourne (in-between Havant and Chichester). Just a 2 minute walk from Southbourne station.
My name is Catherine, I am a fully qualified Psychotherapeutic counsellor, and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer individual counselling, couples counselling and I also work with children from the age of 8 to 18 years (I hold a post qualifying Diploma to work with children). I offer face to face sessions from my practice in Southbourne (in-between Havant and Chichester). Just a 2 minute walk from Southbourne station.
01202 125798 View 01202 125798
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Trauma Clinic Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
At Trauma Clinic, we’re here to support individuals who’ve experienced childhood or adult trauma and those navigating neurodiversity, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, but they seek to heal, build resilience, and embrace their unique strengths. We offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings, process trauma, and rediscover yourself. Therapy is tailored to your specific needs, guiding you towards personal growth and emotional well-being.
At Trauma Clinic, we’re here to support individuals who’ve experienced childhood or adult trauma and those navigating neurodiversity, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, but they seek to heal, build resilience, and embrace their unique strengths. We offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings, process trauma, and rediscover yourself. Therapy is tailored to your specific needs, guiding you towards personal growth and emotional well-being.
023 8202 8927 View 023 8202 8927
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Neill Hughes
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an Accredited & registered Person-Centred & CBT (BACP Accred), I have extensive experience working with Complex trauma, PTSD, Attachment issues & Autism. I have also worked in open clinics with clients with issues such as Anxiety, Anger & Depression. I am completed training in Schema therapy, Mentalization Based Therapy for families MBT-F, CBT ,Trauma-focused CBT for PTSD (Anna Frued centre), ADOS-2 (Autism) & Motivational Interviewing (Tavistock & Portman). I help clients to facilitate change, over come grief, work with trauma, achieve goals, build resilience & reduce unhelpful thinking patterns, I also support parents.
As an Accredited & registered Person-Centred & CBT (BACP Accred), I have extensive experience working with Complex trauma, PTSD, Attachment issues & Autism. I have also worked in open clinics with clients with issues such as Anxiety, Anger & Depression. I am completed training in Schema therapy, Mentalization Based Therapy for families MBT-F, CBT ,Trauma-focused CBT for PTSD (Anna Frued centre), ADOS-2 (Autism) & Motivational Interviewing (Tavistock & Portman). I help clients to facilitate change, over come grief, work with trauma, achieve goals, build resilience & reduce unhelpful thinking patterns, I also support parents.
01243 200369 View 01243 200369
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Bev Spiller
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hello. I am here to support you when life gets tough! Suffering with anxiety, depression, having difficulty with your relationships or approaching significant life changes can be experienced as overwhelming. Do you feel lost, fearful and unsure as to what to do next? As an experienced psychotherapist, I will help you find your way back to a self that feels more confident and in charge of your life going forward. As we work together, you will establish clearer thinking and emotional balance that brings about greater happiness. I enjoy working with clients age seventeen upwards. You do not have to go it alone! I am here.
Hello. I am here to support you when life gets tough! Suffering with anxiety, depression, having difficulty with your relationships or approaching significant life changes can be experienced as overwhelming. Do you feel lost, fearful and unsure as to what to do next? As an experienced psychotherapist, I will help you find your way back to a self that feels more confident and in charge of your life going forward. As we work together, you will establish clearer thinking and emotional balance that brings about greater happiness. I enjoy working with clients age seventeen upwards. You do not have to go it alone! I am here.
07445 411493 View 07445 411493

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Lisa Markwell
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Bordon GU35
Are you struggling to communicate with your partner? Feel like your partner doesn't understand you? Do you wish you could turn the clock back to happier times in your relationship? Many couples face difficulties in their relationship at some time or other, and this can often be a stressful experience, leaving one or both partners feeling hurt, lonely or rejected. Relationship counselling can help you re-connect with each other, reduce conflict in the relationship, and regain the closeness and intimacy you once had.
Are you struggling to communicate with your partner? Feel like your partner doesn't understand you? Do you wish you could turn the clock back to happier times in your relationship? Many couples face difficulties in their relationship at some time or other, and this can often be a stressful experience, leaving one or both partners feeling hurt, lonely or rejected. Relationship counselling can help you re-connect with each other, reduce conflict in the relationship, and regain the closeness and intimacy you once had.
07428 538182 View 07428 538182
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Debbie Kelly
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced BACP Accredited counsellor, working with adults over the age of 18. I offer sessions in person in Carmarthen as well as online or via the phone. I am passionate about helping my clients to address the issues they bring to therapy, whether it’s anxiety or depression, grief and bereavement, relationship issues or perinatal mental health issues and birth trauma. I work from a person centred approach, incorporating other modalities as needed, sharing coping strategies and techniques to empower clients to make the positive changes they are looking for.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced BACP Accredited counsellor, working with adults over the age of 18. I offer sessions in person in Carmarthen as well as online or via the phone. I am passionate about helping my clients to address the issues they bring to therapy, whether it’s anxiety or depression, grief and bereavement, relationship issues or perinatal mental health issues and birth trauma. I work from a person centred approach, incorporating other modalities as needed, sharing coping strategies and techniques to empower clients to make the positive changes they are looking for.
01267 610812 View 01267 610812
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Nathan Bryce
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southampton SO15
When we are experiencing difficulties and our usual means of coping aren’t enough, it can be difficult to know where or who to turn to. Therapy can provide a non-judgemental and expectation free space to reflect on what is going on for us, what changes we might want to make and how we might go about this.
When we are experiencing difficulties and our usual means of coping aren’t enough, it can be difficult to know where or who to turn to. Therapy can provide a non-judgemental and expectation free space to reflect on what is going on for us, what changes we might want to make and how we might go about this.
023 9431 1250 View 023 9431 1250
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Tania Lee
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Southsea PO4
I am an experienced, BABCP Accredited, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) Working previously for the NHS in this capacity but now solely in private practice. I am further trained in Supervision, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator. Due to working for many years in the caring professions and especially as an Occupational Therapist in the community, I have gained experience of both physical disabilities/long term conditions and the low mood and anxieties that can often accompany them.
I am an experienced, BABCP Accredited, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) Working previously for the NHS in this capacity but now solely in private practice. I am further trained in Supervision, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and a Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator. Due to working for many years in the caring professions and especially as an Occupational Therapist in the community, I have gained experience of both physical disabilities/long term conditions and the low mood and anxieties that can often accompany them.
0808 501 5931 View 0808 501 5931
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Beverley Theresa Cummins
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
Welcome to My Profile. I am committed to offering the highest standards of professional care and quality psychological services. From my therapy service you can expect a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about difficulties along with consistently high standards of care, professionalism and confidentiality. I am dedicated to providing a confidential, safe, respectful environment where you will be accepted unconditionally without ever feeling judged. I have a wealth of experience to help and support clients with a wide range of mental health problems. I aim to provide the very best clinical services possible.
Welcome to My Profile. I am committed to offering the highest standards of professional care and quality psychological services. From my therapy service you can expect a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about difficulties along with consistently high standards of care, professionalism and confidentiality. I am dedicated to providing a confidential, safe, respectful environment where you will be accepted unconditionally without ever feeling judged. I have a wealth of experience to help and support clients with a wide range of mental health problems. I aim to provide the very best clinical services possible.
01283 243680 View 01283 243680
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MWilsonCounselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm Maggie, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor with a background in Psychology and Education. My training and experience includes working with neuro-diverse individuals. Let's work together to find effective solutions for your challenges, so you can start your journey towards a more fulfilling life.
I'm Maggie, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor with a background in Psychology and Education. My training and experience includes working with neuro-diverse individuals. Let's work together to find effective solutions for your challenges, so you can start your journey towards a more fulfilling life.
024 7542 2954 View 024 7542 2954
Photo of Laura Wilson, UKCP Trainee, Psychotherapist
Laura Wilson
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haslemere GU27
To be healthy is to be whole. I will support you to develop ​your own personal sense of wholeness. I have expertise that can help you to unravel your difficulties and find the solutions from within. Meaningful change is hard work and I believe having someone in your corner makes it more possible. This type of support is for people in crisis as well as those who are feeling dissatisfied, stuck or simply in need of more support. I will support you to fine tune your relationship to yourself and your experience, which can enable greater awareness of choices and the possibility for change.
To be healthy is to be whole. I will support you to develop ​your own personal sense of wholeness. I have expertise that can help you to unravel your difficulties and find the solutions from within. Meaningful change is hard work and I believe having someone in your corner makes it more possible. This type of support is for people in crisis as well as those who are feeling dissatisfied, stuck or simply in need of more support. I will support you to fine tune your relationship to yourself and your experience, which can enable greater awareness of choices and the possibility for change.
01428 770358 View 01428 770358
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Angela Robertson
Counsellor, ACC-AC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
01689 664434 View 01689 664434
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Darren Cockle
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Winchester SO22
Do you need help with your well-being? Are you struggling with anxiety, a bereavement, PTSD, sadness, anger or having relationship difficulties? We have within us an innate capacity for personal growth and transformation. Sometimes though, life gets too much for us; we feel overwhelmed by our emotions and we can’t think straight. That’s where counselling can help. Counselling can help us make sense of it all: see things more clearly, and become more at ease with the way we feel. We can learn to accept the things we are unable to change and recognise what we are able to change.
Do you need help with your well-being? Are you struggling with anxiety, a bereavement, PTSD, sadness, anger or having relationship difficulties? We have within us an innate capacity for personal growth and transformation. Sometimes though, life gets too much for us; we feel overwhelmed by our emotions and we can’t think straight. That’s where counselling can help. Counselling can help us make sense of it all: see things more clearly, and become more at ease with the way we feel. We can learn to accept the things we are unable to change and recognise what we are able to change.
01962 674487 View 01962 674487
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In Your Corner Therapies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Portsmouth PO6
Hi, Thank you for your interest in my services. I am Qualified, Registered, Insured and Accredited Counsellor, with BACP; abiding by their codes of practice and ethics. Contacting a Counsellor can be a little nerve-wracking, rest assured, I’m an approachable, professional with a friendly manner. I offer a safe, non judgemental environment where we can explore the issues affecting your well being.
Hi, Thank you for your interest in my services. I am Qualified, Registered, Insured and Accredited Counsellor, with BACP; abiding by their codes of practice and ethics. Contacting a Counsellor can be a little nerve-wracking, rest assured, I’m an approachable, professional with a friendly manner. I offer a safe, non judgemental environment where we can explore the issues affecting your well being.
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Aimee Parrett
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southampton SO31
In my experience of working with clients I have found that communication has usually been undervalued within their lives. I believe that when people begin to express authentically how they are feeling, and what they’ve experienced, communication can hold real power in healing. This can be from finding managing techniques and coping mechanisms that work uniquely to the individual. We can also explore potential changes with-in their life, environment, patterns and behaviours. A client’s autonomy and self-determination is always held in high regard.
In my experience of working with clients I have found that communication has usually been undervalued within their lives. I believe that when people begin to express authentically how they are feeling, and what they’ve experienced, communication can hold real power in healing. This can be from finding managing techniques and coping mechanisms that work uniquely to the individual. We can also explore potential changes with-in their life, environment, patterns and behaviours. A client’s autonomy and self-determination is always held in high regard.
01329 557257 View 01329 557257
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Grant Roberts
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liphook GU30
Hello, I am an integrative psychotherapist & counsellor specialising in body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, and chronic and terminal illness. Alongside this I also offer psychology led life coaching to encourage personal and professional growth. Through a safe, empathic and accepting relationship, I hope to help enable you to greater self-acceptance, self awareness and self worth.
Hello, I am an integrative psychotherapist & counsellor specialising in body image insecurities, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, and chronic and terminal illness. Alongside this I also offer psychology led life coaching to encourage personal and professional growth. Through a safe, empathic and accepting relationship, I hope to help enable you to greater self-acceptance, self awareness and self worth.
01428 770618 View 01428 770618
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Elizabeth Dunn - Eating Disorder Recovery
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a compassionate Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years' experience supporting young people and adults with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, self-esteem issues and more. I also specialize in treating eating disorders such as Bulimia, Binge Eating, Anorexia, and body image concerns. My approach is evidence-based and tailored to your needs, drawing from therapies like CBT, Enhanced CBT for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), MANTRA, and Compassion-Focused Therapy to help you reach your goals.
I am a compassionate Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years' experience supporting young people and adults with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, self-esteem issues and more. I also specialize in treating eating disorders such as Bulimia, Binge Eating, Anorexia, and body image concerns. My approach is evidence-based and tailored to your needs, drawing from therapies like CBT, Enhanced CBT for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), MANTRA, and Compassion-Focused Therapy to help you reach your goals.
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Dr Roger James Hinton
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Thank you for checking me out. Like life, it can be difficult to make the right choices. I have been a Samaritan for over 25 years and worked for Cruse Bereavement, so I really do know how to help people struggling with most forms of trauma; relationship problems; anxiety and anger. Or struggling with career progression, bullying and perhaps feeling left out from others. I can help you. I see clients fact-to-face in a dedicated therapy room, not part of a house, so is confidential and free from interruptions. It has wheel-chair access and parking. Or see me on-line if you prefer
Thank you for checking me out. Like life, it can be difficult to make the right choices. I have been a Samaritan for over 25 years and worked for Cruse Bereavement, so I really do know how to help people struggling with most forms of trauma; relationship problems; anxiety and anger. Or struggling with career progression, bullying and perhaps feeling left out from others. I can help you. I see clients fact-to-face in a dedicated therapy room, not part of a house, so is confidential and free from interruptions. It has wheel-chair access and parking. Or see me on-line if you prefer
024 7542 6647 View 024 7542 6647
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Rosalyn Patricia Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I understand that reaching out can feel daunting, but please know that you’re not alone. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore, heal, and grow. Together, we can work through whatever your needs are. If you’re ready to take the next step or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’d be honoured to support you. With nearly a decade of experience, I bring warmth, understanding, and a genuine commitment to helping clients navigate life’s challenges.
I understand that reaching out can feel daunting, but please know that you’re not alone. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore, heal, and grow. Together, we can work through whatever your needs are. If you’re ready to take the next step or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’d be honoured to support you. With nearly a decade of experience, I bring warmth, understanding, and a genuine commitment to helping clients navigate life’s challenges.
023 8235 6122 View 023 8235 6122
Photo of Ruby David - Ruby Play Therapy, MA
Ruby Play Therapy
MA
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
Play and Expressive Arts Therapy can effectively help children process and create an understanding of difficult life experiences. This can lead to the development of healthy coping strategies and relationship skills such as trust, respect, co-operation and empathy. I am a BAPT registered Play Therapist with a Montessori background and over 20 years of experience working with children from the age of 2 1/2 to 18, at various provisions and educational settings.
Play and Expressive Arts Therapy can effectively help children process and create an understanding of difficult life experiences. This can lead to the development of healthy coping strategies and relationship skills such as trust, respect, co-operation and empathy. I am a BAPT registered Play Therapist with a Montessori background and over 20 years of experience working with children from the age of 2 1/2 to 18, at various provisions and educational settings.
0118 230 8298 View 0118 230 8298

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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Southbourne

< 10

Counsellors in Southbourne who prioritize treating:

100% Relationship Issues
100% Depression
100% Anxiety
100% Domestic Abuse
100% Anger Management
100% Self Esteem
100% Stress

Average years in practice

21 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

100% Aviva
100% AXA PPP
100% Vitality

How Counsellors in Southbourne see their clients

100% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

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

How can I find a therapist in Southbourne?

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.