Counselling in SO52

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Angeline Shepperd
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values. Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you. Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values. Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you. Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
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Hannah Maguire
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
My aim as a CBT therapist is to help clients who may be struggling with life challenges and develop a shared formulation that is individualised, that brings awareness to and understanding how your difficulties may have developed and are being maintained. This acts as a “roadmap” for our therapeutic understanding and intervention and will be covered in the initial assessment session(s). We will agree on how many sessions to meet for (usually six to 24, depending on the duration and complexity/severity) and help you work towards your set goals and values.
My aim as a CBT therapist is to help clients who may be struggling with life challenges and develop a shared formulation that is individualised, that brings awareness to and understanding how your difficulties may have developed and are being maintained. This acts as a “roadmap” for our therapeutic understanding and intervention and will be covered in the initial assessment session(s). We will agree on how many sessions to meet for (usually six to 24, depending on the duration and complexity/severity) and help you work towards your set goals and values.
07449 493168 View 07449 493168
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NIcola Charrett
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
A warm welcome to you. Whatever it is that you're struggling with, be it in your relationship, personal or work life counselling can help. If you are worried about how you're feeling and wishing you could feel better, talking to an experienced professional can help you understand and manage those difficult thoughts and feelings so that they feel less consuming. Feeling heard and fully understood can help you naturally gain insight into whatever is troubling you enabling you to make positive changes and reduce feelings of overwhelm, stress and anxiety.
A warm welcome to you. Whatever it is that you're struggling with, be it in your relationship, personal or work life counselling can help. If you are worried about how you're feeling and wishing you could feel better, talking to an experienced professional can help you understand and manage those difficult thoughts and feelings so that they feel less consuming. Feeling heard and fully understood can help you naturally gain insight into whatever is troubling you enabling you to make positive changes and reduce feelings of overwhelm, stress and anxiety.
023 8272 1575 View 023 8272 1575
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Dawn Astle-McDonald
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Dawn. I can help you with the overwhelming feelings of anxiety, stress, grief or anger. In particular, I can support you to understand the impact of childhood experiences on your adult life. If you struggle to understand or self-regulate your emotions, or if you are feeling stuck, you may be feeling as if you are not yourself. I work with clients who have experienced trauma such as childhood sexual abuse and domestic abuse. However, I can also help with the after effects of any challenging life experience. I will work alongside you to help you understand and overcome these difficulties.
Hi, I'm Dawn. I can help you with the overwhelming feelings of anxiety, stress, grief or anger. In particular, I can support you to understand the impact of childhood experiences on your adult life. If you struggle to understand or self-regulate your emotions, or if you are feeling stuck, you may be feeling as if you are not yourself. I work with clients who have experienced trauma such as childhood sexual abuse and domestic abuse. However, I can also help with the after effects of any challenging life experience. I will work alongside you to help you understand and overcome these difficulties.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Sara Madeleine Lugard
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Eastleigh SO53
Hello, I'm Sara, a fully qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and an Accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society - MNCPS Acc. With over 10 years of experience, I offer compassionate, confidential, and professional support to individuals and couples. I believe that at our core, human beings seek happiness, peace & balance within themselves & their environment. We all want to feel at ease in our lives, and I know first hand how elusive that can sometimes feel. There are times when these feelings of harmony & well-being seem just out of reach, often causing tension or distress in our relationships.
Hello, I'm Sara, a fully qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist, and an Accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society - MNCPS Acc. With over 10 years of experience, I offer compassionate, confidential, and professional support to individuals and couples. I believe that at our core, human beings seek happiness, peace & balance within themselves & their environment. We all want to feel at ease in our lives, and I know first hand how elusive that can sometimes feel. There are times when these feelings of harmony & well-being seem just out of reach, often causing tension or distress in our relationships.
023 9387 2682 View 023 9387 2682
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Jess Bezance
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I can imagine deciding whether you want to have therapy or need therapy is a big question. Perhaps you have suffered a loss, a trauma or are going through a transition of some kind and you want the space and time to work through it. Perhaps this emotional distress whether it be anxiety, low mood, is impacting on your relationships, work and your home life. It could be that you’ve tried many things and for some reason those old ways of coping that have done you well in the past just aren’t working anymore and you feel like you’re struggling. I provide evidence based psychological treatment that might help.
I can imagine deciding whether you want to have therapy or need therapy is a big question. Perhaps you have suffered a loss, a trauma or are going through a transition of some kind and you want the space and time to work through it. Perhaps this emotional distress whether it be anxiety, low mood, is impacting on your relationships, work and your home life. It could be that you’ve tried many things and for some reason those old ways of coping that have done you well in the past just aren’t working anymore and you feel like you’re struggling. I provide evidence based psychological treatment that might help.
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Dr Hannah Faust
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hi there, I am Hannah. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with well over 20 years of experience of supporting children, young people, their parents and adults. I have held a number of senior roles in the NHS and continue to work as a Consultant in the NHS alongside my private practice. I am experienced in working therapeutically across a range of clinical presentations, including anxiety disorders, depression/low mood and trauma. I am also able to offer Autism Assessments for children and young people. I have a passion for supporting people to understand themselves better in order to live a life full of value.
Hi there, I am Hannah. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with well over 20 years of experience of supporting children, young people, their parents and adults. I have held a number of senior roles in the NHS and continue to work as a Consultant in the NHS alongside my private practice. I am experienced in working therapeutically across a range of clinical presentations, including anxiety disorders, depression/low mood and trauma. I am also able to offer Autism Assessments for children and young people. I have a passion for supporting people to understand themselves better in order to live a life full of value.
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Samantha Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I specialise in trauma-informed therapy, recognising how abuse and neglect can deeply impact the mind, emotions, and nervous system. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or more complex mental health challenges, trauma-informed care is essential for healing. My approach focuses on understanding relational patterns shaped by past trauma. We’ll explore how current triggers connect to past experiences, helping you reframe memories in a way that promotes healing. This process allows you to access difficult emotions and integrate them in a healthy way.
I specialise in trauma-informed therapy, recognising how abuse and neglect can deeply impact the mind, emotions, and nervous system. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or more complex mental health challenges, trauma-informed care is essential for healing. My approach focuses on understanding relational patterns shaped by past trauma. We’ll explore how current triggers connect to past experiences, helping you reframe memories in a way that promotes healing. This process allows you to access difficult emotions and integrate them in a healthy way.
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Amanda Yaxley
Counsellor, MBACP
I offer a respectful, warm and empathetic ear, together with a safe, neutral space to help you to talk, and work through any issues you may have. I am not here to tell you what to do nor give advice; I am here to help you explore and discover your feelings I offer a free 10-15 minute consultation on the phone as a way to introduce myself and give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about me and the counselling process. Sessions will differ depending on the mode of therapy we decide to use. We may work more in the here and now or, we may look at where issues have stemmed from in the past: I will be led by you.
I offer a respectful, warm and empathetic ear, together with a safe, neutral space to help you to talk, and work through any issues you may have. I am not here to tell you what to do nor give advice; I am here to help you explore and discover your feelings I offer a free 10-15 minute consultation on the phone as a way to introduce myself and give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about me and the counselling process. Sessions will differ depending on the mode of therapy we decide to use. We may work more in the here and now or, we may look at where issues have stemmed from in the past: I will be led by you.
07894 955242 View 07894 955242
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Sarah Williams
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Therapy can be an effective process to explore your inner world. It can give you opportunities to change and grow, but it isn’t always easy. Our overall wellbeing is made up of a complex array of elements such as family dynamics, our relationship with our body, our hope and fears, our personal identities, and more. This can sometimes make it challenging to identify ‘what is the matter’. This is where we can work together to explore what might be behind those thoughts and feelings. I offer a free 30-minute call for us to have a short conversation to help you decide if you would like to take things further.
Therapy can be an effective process to explore your inner world. It can give you opportunities to change and grow, but it isn’t always easy. Our overall wellbeing is made up of a complex array of elements such as family dynamics, our relationship with our body, our hope and fears, our personal identities, and more. This can sometimes make it challenging to identify ‘what is the matter’. This is where we can work together to explore what might be behind those thoughts and feelings. I offer a free 30-minute call for us to have a short conversation to help you decide if you would like to take things further.
023 9433 1559 View 023 9433 1559
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Susan Martin
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Not accepting new clients
I am a skilled and compassionate therapist, experienced in working with a whole range of concerns, from performance anxiety and phobias, to depression and personality disorders. If there is a issue getting in the way of you living the life you want to live, or from achieving what you want to achieve, then therapy can help. I work with people both short and long term and I have a particular interest in helping people to overcome the impact of trauma.
I am a skilled and compassionate therapist, experienced in working with a whole range of concerns, from performance anxiety and phobias, to depression and personality disorders. If there is a issue getting in the way of you living the life you want to live, or from achieving what you want to achieve, then therapy can help. I work with people both short and long term and I have a particular interest in helping people to overcome the impact of trauma.
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Andrea Thomas
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Poole BH14
I am a UKCP registered Psychotherapist, certified Transactional Analyst and offering EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and clinical supervisor offering psychotherapy on a short and long term basis. I have experience working with clients who are struggling with trauma related symptoms such as PTSD, depression and anxiety. I am deeply committed to an ethical non-discriminatory practice with my clients and abide by the principles and ethics of the UKCP and BACP. My private practice is located in Lilliput, Poole within each reach of Bournemouth and surrounding areas.
I am a UKCP registered Psychotherapist, certified Transactional Analyst and offering EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and clinical supervisor offering psychotherapy on a short and long term basis. I have experience working with clients who are struggling with trauma related symptoms such as PTSD, depression and anxiety. I am deeply committed to an ethical non-discriminatory practice with my clients and abide by the principles and ethics of the UKCP and BACP. My private practice is located in Lilliput, Poole within each reach of Bournemouth and surrounding areas.
020 3974 2183 View 020 3974 2183
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Dr Daniel Jolles
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Newbury RG14
Therapy offers a trusted and emotionally attuned relationship that supports healing, growth, and meaningful change. The demands of work, relationships, or personal goals can feel overwhelming, leading to stress, anxiety, low mood, or a sense of being ‘stuck.’ Together, we will navigate these challenges, deepening your self-awareness, and taking meaningful steps towards your goals. Whatever brings you to therapy, you can expect a safe, confidential, and compassionate space where we can explore your concerns, personal history, and goals for the future together.
Therapy offers a trusted and emotionally attuned relationship that supports healing, growth, and meaningful change. The demands of work, relationships, or personal goals can feel overwhelming, leading to stress, anxiety, low mood, or a sense of being ‘stuck.’ Together, we will navigate these challenges, deepening your self-awareness, and taking meaningful steps towards your goals. Whatever brings you to therapy, you can expect a safe, confidential, and compassionate space where we can explore your concerns, personal history, and goals for the future together.
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Photo of Kim Hosier, Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Kim Hosier
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Emsworth PO10
Not accepting new clients
I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor. I have helped people with a wide range of issues including relationship difficulties, bereavement, childbirth and depression. I am also experienced in working with adult survivors of sexual and domestic abuse.
I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor. I have helped people with a wide range of issues including relationship difficulties, bereavement, childbirth and depression. I am also experienced in working with adult survivors of sexual and domestic abuse.
07723 469228 View 07723 469228
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Sarah Hannibal
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
I welcome anyone who’s feeling lost, overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or simply unhappy to take the time and space to explore ways forward, inviting them to embrace growth and change. I respect and recognise that we all view the world a little differently and focus on working with the whole person, not solely on a specific issue. I am a great believer that given the right therapeutic environment, working with someone who is empathetic and non-judgemental will give you the chance to become more self-aware and work towards bringing about positive life changes.
I welcome anyone who’s feeling lost, overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or simply unhappy to take the time and space to explore ways forward, inviting them to embrace growth and change. I respect and recognise that we all view the world a little differently and focus on working with the whole person, not solely on a specific issue. I am a great believer that given the right therapeutic environment, working with someone who is empathetic and non-judgemental will give you the chance to become more self-aware and work towards bringing about positive life changes.
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Springboard Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Ringwood BH24
Hi my name is Caroline and I have extensive experience of providing psychological support to children, teens and adults. I am currently offering free 45 minute ‘life reset’ coaching sessions. This can lead to strengths coaching and individual profiling sessions. I offer a safe space for you to to work through struggles, explore your strengths annd values and achieve a sense of self-awareness and emotional wellbeing. I can help you if you are experiencing a wide range of emotions or you are going through a tough time in your life or you need to reset.
Hi my name is Caroline and I have extensive experience of providing psychological support to children, teens and adults. I am currently offering free 45 minute ‘life reset’ coaching sessions. This can lead to strengths coaching and individual profiling sessions. I offer a safe space for you to to work through struggles, explore your strengths annd values and achieve a sense of self-awareness and emotional wellbeing. I can help you if you are experiencing a wide range of emotions or you are going through a tough time in your life or you need to reset.
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Carla Harley
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Not accepting new clients
I am trained and qualified as a Humanistic Integrative counsellor. I have a person-centred approach and engage from a place of unconditional positive regard. I am registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and am fully licensed and insured in my private practice. I also have training in and experience with sex & relationships, domestic violence, eating disorders, addiction, childhood abuse, family systems.
I am trained and qualified as a Humanistic Integrative counsellor. I have a person-centred approach and engage from a place of unconditional positive regard. I am registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and am fully licensed and insured in my private practice. I also have training in and experience with sex & relationships, domestic violence, eating disorders, addiction, childhood abuse, family systems.
01202 125254 View 01202 125254
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Samantha Elizabeth Barnes
Counsellor, MBACP
Welcome to my profile, this is your time to move forward and I can offer you therapy which is professional and effective when life presents with difficulties and challenges. My practice provides a confidential online, telephone and video-call option as well as face to face counselling support. Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and relationship counselling for couples can be helpful and hugely rewarding at any stage of life. The counselling experience I provide is an opportunity for self-development and personal growth, building on your own particular strengths and enabling an increased sense of overall wellbeing.
Welcome to my profile, this is your time to move forward and I can offer you therapy which is professional and effective when life presents with difficulties and challenges. My practice provides a confidential online, telephone and video-call option as well as face to face counselling support. Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and relationship counselling for couples can be helpful and hugely rewarding at any stage of life. The counselling experience I provide is an opportunity for self-development and personal growth, building on your own particular strengths and enabling an increased sense of overall wellbeing.
01962 589451 View 01962 589451
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Susan Kay
Counsellor, MBACP
Do you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts & feelings? Are you feeling anxious? Are you suffering from stress and feel “burnt out”? Do you wonder how to manage those constant thought patterns which go round & round in your head, stopping you from being able to think clearly? What would it feel like to offload and release that pressure without feeling judged or being offered well-meaning advice that just isn’t right for you? Imagine that sense of building upon your self-esteem as you learn to trust your gut feeling and know instinctively what is right for you to enable that change to happen?
Do you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts & feelings? Are you feeling anxious? Are you suffering from stress and feel “burnt out”? Do you wonder how to manage those constant thought patterns which go round & round in your head, stopping you from being able to think clearly? What would it feel like to offload and release that pressure without feeling judged or being offered well-meaning advice that just isn’t right for you? Imagine that sense of building upon your self-esteem as you learn to trust your gut feeling and know instinctively what is right for you to enable that change to happen?
01425 209952 View 01425 209952
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One Stop Counselling Services
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Donna has been practicing as a counsellor for 25 years & is able to work with most issues that the client will present . She has managed two counselling practices 1-1 counselling & one Stop Counselling Services. She aims to cover any area as she works remotely via zoom, telephone & WhatsApp. She has worked in various settings such as rehabs for addicts , woman's refuge & family centres. You will find Donna warm , friendly , approachable & professional. She is able to work in a way which best suits your needs so text , email or call today . Donna offers an informal chat to see if we are suited if not she is happy to signpost.
Donna has been practicing as a counsellor for 25 years & is able to work with most issues that the client will present . She has managed two counselling practices 1-1 counselling & one Stop Counselling Services. She aims to cover any area as she works remotely via zoom, telephone & WhatsApp. She has worked in various settings such as rehabs for addicts , woman's refuge & family centres. You will find Donna warm , friendly , approachable & professional. She is able to work in a way which best suits your needs so text , email or call today . Donna offers an informal chat to see if we are suited if not she is happy to signpost.
01865 537695 View 01865 537695

How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in SO52

< 10

Counsellors in SO52 who prioritize treating:

100% Relationship Issues
100% Anxiety
100% Anger Management
100% Coping Skills
100% Self Esteem
100% Stress
75% Depression

Average years in practice

17 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

50% Other
50% Any/Out-of-network Insurance
50% AXA PPP

How Counsellors in SO52 see their clients

100% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

100% Female
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in SO52?

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.