Counselling in W1K
![Photo of Beverley Blackman, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4cfd80e9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have been working in psychotherapy since 2003. My background encompasses both private mental health sectors and NHS Mental Health Trusts, working both 1:1 and in groups, and includes working in a cutting-edge therapeutic community. I have seen a diverse range of clients from many differing backgrounds and cultures, and with a wide range of presenting problems. I continue to enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and presentations, from personal development goals to mental health spectrum based work. I also work as a clinical supervisor, and head up Beverley Blackman Associates (please see website for more details).
I have been working in psychotherapy since 2003. My background encompasses both private mental health sectors and NHS Mental Health Trusts, working both 1:1 and in groups, and includes working in a cutting-edge therapeutic community. I have seen a diverse range of clients from many differing backgrounds and cultures, and with a wide range of presenting problems. I continue to enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and presentations, from personal development goals to mental health spectrum based work. I also work as a clinical supervisor, and head up Beverley Blackman Associates (please see website for more details).
![Photo of Jacqueline Jones - Sex and Relationship Therapy with Jacqueline Jones, MA, COSRT General, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d07c822e-65f3-4d81-82e2-490b1eb1b1e1/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sex and Relationship Therapy with Jacqueline Jones
Psychotherapist, MA, COSRT General
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London W1K
Problems with relationships, sex, porn addiction, fetish or kink? Does sex feel addictive, painful, boring or give you anxiety? Maybe it isn't as satisfying as it was or as good as it could be? I offer practical, highly specialist help for relationships and individuals. As a Sex Addiction PhD Scholar, I also offer Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Therapy. I am able to offer a tailored, unique programme for you using my expert knowledge and research. I have opened a Saturday morning clinic. Why not access support and book a free telephone call with me?
Problems with relationships, sex, porn addiction, fetish or kink? Does sex feel addictive, painful, boring or give you anxiety? Maybe it isn't as satisfying as it was or as good as it could be? I offer practical, highly specialist help for relationships and individuals. As a Sex Addiction PhD Scholar, I also offer Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Therapy. I am able to offer a tailored, unique programme for you using my expert knowledge and research. I have opened a Saturday morning clinic. Why not access support and book a free telephone call with me?
As our group of experienced psychotherapists, counselorsPsychotherapists and psychotherapists who work in the field of psychotherapy We are able to provide support for our customers with our trained, professional and accredited staff that is simply not found elsewhere in the Central London area. Philippe Jacquet has an extensive resume in the field of psychotherapy, hypnotherapy and working with clients with a range of different issues and concerns. Mr. Backgammon, and all the therapists and counselors Philippe Jacquet & Associates Offices in Central London are fully committed to using the best practice options with every custom
As our group of experienced psychotherapists, counselorsPsychotherapists and psychotherapists who work in the field of psychotherapy We are able to provide support for our customers with our trained, professional and accredited staff that is simply not found elsewhere in the Central London area. Philippe Jacquet has an extensive resume in the field of psychotherapy, hypnotherapy and working with clients with a range of different issues and concerns. Mr. Backgammon, and all the therapists and counselors Philippe Jacquet & Associates Offices in Central London are fully committed to using the best practice options with every custom
![Photo of Dr Zeny Melissourgaki - Dr Zeny Melissourgaki at Spiral Psychology, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d32b00a2-3182-4670-be14-388347b950c1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr Zeny Melissourgaki at Spiral Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London W1K
Would you like help with difficult feelings, anxiety, low mood, relationships or the impact of trauma and adverse past experiences? Are you an expectant or new parent finding parenthood hard? Are you a young person, struggling with the transition to adulthood? Since obtaining my degree in Psychology in 2016, I have worked with families and people across the life span, with different levels of privilege and discrimination and with a range of mental health difficulties, spanning from anxiety and depression to more enduring presentations (e.g., psychosis) and addiction (e.g., substance use, gambling).
Would you like help with difficult feelings, anxiety, low mood, relationships or the impact of trauma and adverse past experiences? Are you an expectant or new parent finding parenthood hard? Are you a young person, struggling with the transition to adulthood? Since obtaining my degree in Psychology in 2016, I have worked with families and people across the life span, with different levels of privilege and discrimination and with a range of mental health difficulties, spanning from anxiety and depression to more enduring presentations (e.g., psychosis) and addiction (e.g., substance use, gambling).
![Photo of Helen Caro, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e4890fd6-fb66-44ba-9de2-7f01beb89f05/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am fully qualified Integrative Relational Counsellor. This means that I draw upon a variety of skills and approaches depending on what your needs and personality requires. Above all else, I believe that it is the relationship between you and I that will offer the best opportunity for change. I see clients with a wide range of issues and rest assured no matter how big or small the problem seems to you, you will be treated with warmth and respect. Some of the challenges I work with include: Anxiety, Depression, General low mood, Bereavement, Low self-confidence and self-esteem and stress. This list is by no means exhaustive.
I am fully qualified Integrative Relational Counsellor. This means that I draw upon a variety of skills and approaches depending on what your needs and personality requires. Above all else, I believe that it is the relationship between you and I that will offer the best opportunity for change. I see clients with a wide range of issues and rest assured no matter how big or small the problem seems to you, you will be treated with warmth and respect. Some of the challenges I work with include: Anxiety, Depression, General low mood, Bereavement, Low self-confidence and self-esteem and stress. This list is by no means exhaustive.
![Photo of Michael Green, PhD, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f5990b38-cdb7-4cad-868e-cf77ae07b8b4/3/320x400.png)
I am motivated by a lifelong curiosity in people and their capacity to develop. I believe that the relationship between therapist and patient can be a vehicle for growth. I have worked with addiction, relationship and sexual issues, depression/anxiety and loss, as well as dealing with anger and violence. I am a psychodynamic practitioner. This means that as a therapist I am interested in listening to you and trying to help you understand how past experiences, often from childhood, affect your life today and the way you view yourself. Together with the therapist you can think in a different way about your past, present and future.
I am motivated by a lifelong curiosity in people and their capacity to develop. I believe that the relationship between therapist and patient can be a vehicle for growth. I have worked with addiction, relationship and sexual issues, depression/anxiety and loss, as well as dealing with anger and violence. I am a psychodynamic practitioner. This means that as a therapist I am interested in listening to you and trying to help you understand how past experiences, often from childhood, affect your life today and the way you view yourself. Together with the therapist you can think in a different way about your past, present and future.
![Photo of Gulya Diyarova, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c3b4bf5a-0f86-4e5b-8157-dd0ba2e9807b/2/320x400.png)
I am fully qualified Relationship and Psychosexual therapist trained as a Medical Doctor in my 1st career. I help people who come stuck in distress, to change their destructive patterns of ‘blame-distance’ or 'attack-withdraw' into safe emotional connection, repair their relationships and learn to resolve differences. I work mainly in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) model, integrating other approaches when needed, with different and challenging life stage transitions and all kinds of relationships, or individuals. I am founding director of Re-connect. EFT Clinic in Central London leading a team of experienced EFT practitioners.
I am fully qualified Relationship and Psychosexual therapist trained as a Medical Doctor in my 1st career. I help people who come stuck in distress, to change their destructive patterns of ‘blame-distance’ or 'attack-withdraw' into safe emotional connection, repair their relationships and learn to resolve differences. I work mainly in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) model, integrating other approaches when needed, with different and challenging life stage transitions and all kinds of relationships, or individuals. I am founding director of Re-connect. EFT Clinic in Central London leading a team of experienced EFT practitioners.
![Photo of Anna Kelberg Phd, PhD, COSRT General, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9562414a-bf35-4dc1-8529-61e1762fb7bc/4/320x400.jpeg)
In our modern world, many have encountered non-monogamy in its varied forms - from discovering a partner's affair, to managing the complexities of jealousy within an open relationship, or the rollercoaster of emotions while contemplating attractions outside a committed partnership. My specialty lies in assisting my clients, some of whom are just starting to explore non-monogamy, to navigate these intricate experiences. Under my gentle guidance you will be able to transform the potent energy of non-monogamy into avenues for personal growth, self-discovery, deeper emotional connection and greater intimacy with your partner.
In our modern world, many have encountered non-monogamy in its varied forms - from discovering a partner's affair, to managing the complexities of jealousy within an open relationship, or the rollercoaster of emotions while contemplating attractions outside a committed partnership. My specialty lies in assisting my clients, some of whom are just starting to explore non-monogamy, to navigate these intricate experiences. Under my gentle guidance you will be able to transform the potent energy of non-monogamy into avenues for personal growth, self-discovery, deeper emotional connection and greater intimacy with your partner.
![Photo of Tanya Refson Marks, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4be29a6b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes it may feel as though patterns are being repeated over and over again and each time you find yourself surprised at reaching the same result. However, people are in constant motion and I hold to the notion that therapy enables self reflection and transformation driving along the process of change. In practice, I will try to ensure you experience a sense of safety in the space for us to better explore your way of being in the world and consider the importance of relationships and memory which are a transformative and pivotal part of what it is you bring to the work and are encouraged to share
Sometimes it may feel as though patterns are being repeated over and over again and each time you find yourself surprised at reaching the same result. However, people are in constant motion and I hold to the notion that therapy enables self reflection and transformation driving along the process of change. In practice, I will try to ensure you experience a sense of safety in the space for us to better explore your way of being in the world and consider the importance of relationships and memory which are a transformative and pivotal part of what it is you bring to the work and are encouraged to share
![Photo of Miranda Kate Jackson, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6742eb44-fa99-4867-9d0f-8f596535aab4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Miranda Kate Jackson
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London W1K
Waitlist for new clients
I offer you a safe place to explore your emotions and the issues that trouble you and will work with you to find solutions which will improve your life. Therapy with me is about preparing to make changes. I will help you release the thoughts that trouble you, your fears and despair and help you contain those most intense feelings so we can look deeper into the reasons why you are not functioning as you would like to. We can't always change the way those around us behave, but we can change our attitude to life and to others.
I offer you a safe place to explore your emotions and the issues that trouble you and will work with you to find solutions which will improve your life. Therapy with me is about preparing to make changes. I will help you release the thoughts that trouble you, your fears and despair and help you contain those most intense feelings so we can look deeper into the reasons why you are not functioning as you would like to. We can't always change the way those around us behave, but we can change our attitude to life and to others.
![Photo of Nigel Beaumont, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b0f5530-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Counselling offers a unique opportunity to freely express your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental space, which is confidential. I can help with General Anxiety disorder, self esteem, confidence, depression, relationship issues, self harm, or just feeling uncomfortable in yourself. I can help you to acknowledge and value yourself, feel that you are not alone, and support you in finding a way through a difficult time.
Counselling offers a unique opportunity to freely express your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental space, which is confidential. I can help with General Anxiety disorder, self esteem, confidence, depression, relationship issues, self harm, or just feeling uncomfortable in yourself. I can help you to acknowledge and value yourself, feel that you are not alone, and support you in finding a way through a difficult time.
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![Photo of Nima Nowruzi, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8389ff97-b8d7-409a-a4b0-48b9a6fd9bb8/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am very good at treating people with Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, as well as those with traumatic experiences. I apply a very modern and effective type of dynamic psychotherapy called Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). I work on repressed feelings and emotions and help you to get rid of the pain and suffer to become a mature personality. For most people, psychological stress and unresolved traumas are so overwhelming that often leads to many other problems, such as low performance, low confidence, unpleasant encounters and a gradual destruction of well-being. If left untreated, these psychological issues can be transferred from one generation to the next, due to its lasting effects on children. Modern treatments in psychotherapy can help you overcome many types of psychological problems. People suffering from these problems can be helped to regain their sense of pride, efficiency, and effectiveness. My clients need to be well motivated, and cooperative.
I am very good at treating people with Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, as well as those with traumatic experiences. I apply a very modern and effective type of dynamic psychotherapy called Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). I work on repressed feelings and emotions and help you to get rid of the pain and suffer to become a mature personality. For most people, psychological stress and unresolved traumas are so overwhelming that often leads to many other problems, such as low performance, low confidence, unpleasant encounters and a gradual destruction of well-being. If left untreated, these psychological issues can be transferred from one generation to the next, due to its lasting effects on children. Modern treatments in psychotherapy can help you overcome many types of psychological problems. People suffering from these problems can be helped to regain their sense of pride, efficiency, and effectiveness. My clients need to be well motivated, and cooperative.
![Photo of Dr Dayyanah Sumodhee, PsychD, CPsychol, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/424f17ff-8d39-4195-bca7-21deccb8ea51/4/320x400.jpeg)
Dr Dayyanah Sumodhee
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
London W1K (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Dayyanah, a Chartered Health Psychologist helping people across all areas related to health and wellbeing. If you feel like you want to make changes to improve your health and wellbeing but find it difficult to get started, I may be able to help. My work focuses on helping people to cope with anxiety and stress using a therapeutic approach that will best fit my client. I also specialise in treating smoking addiction and supporting dietary change.
Hi, I'm Dayyanah, a Chartered Health Psychologist helping people across all areas related to health and wellbeing. If you feel like you want to make changes to improve your health and wellbeing but find it difficult to get started, I may be able to help. My work focuses on helping people to cope with anxiety and stress using a therapeutic approach that will best fit my client. I also specialise in treating smoking addiction and supporting dietary change.
![Photo of Gulya Diyarova - Re-connect EFT Clinic, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54e8e0c1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As skilled practitioners specialising in the renowned Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), we offer compassionate expert guidance towards reconnection, healing and greater life success. Our practitioners have years of experience working with couples and families to help with a range of emotional, relational and sexual issues. We help them move towards safe and loving emotional connection from being stuck in destructive conflict patterns of attack-withdraw and blame-defend. We also work with individuals (including children and young people) to help with mental health, sexual and relational issues, addictions and interpersonal trauma.
As skilled practitioners specialising in the renowned Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), we offer compassionate expert guidance towards reconnection, healing and greater life success. Our practitioners have years of experience working with couples and families to help with a range of emotional, relational and sexual issues. We help them move towards safe and loving emotional connection from being stuck in destructive conflict patterns of attack-withdraw and blame-defend. We also work with individuals (including children and young people) to help with mental health, sexual and relational issues, addictions and interpersonal trauma.
![Photo of Lorena Salthu, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a18dbaac-5403-41de-aedd-b5e1ec2e5000/3/320x400.jpeg)
With a vast multidisciplinary background, I propose various types of therapy adapted to the pace and needs of each person, providing active, welcoming and empathic listening.A brief results-based therapy to cope with the demands of modern life, recommended to solve a wide range of problems such as unexpected events, depression,anxiety, lack of self-esteem,burnout,etc.I will assist you in discovering your inner resources for conflict resolution.I also propose a psychoanalytic therapy where we can work more deeply and generate a broad knowledge of oneself, helping to unburden feelings that have been stored, to act more consciously.
With a vast multidisciplinary background, I propose various types of therapy adapted to the pace and needs of each person, providing active, welcoming and empathic listening.A brief results-based therapy to cope with the demands of modern life, recommended to solve a wide range of problems such as unexpected events, depression,anxiety, lack of self-esteem,burnout,etc.I will assist you in discovering your inner resources for conflict resolution.I also propose a psychoanalytic therapy where we can work more deeply and generate a broad knowledge of oneself, helping to unburden feelings that have been stored, to act more consciously.
![Photo of Dr Samina Khatun, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bdfc686a-d9b9-48b1-a485-1b8559820344/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr Samina is a highly specialist counselling psychologist who treats people suffering from a wide spectrum of disorders. Her areas of expertise lie in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex PTSD, depression and anxiety disorders, confidence and low self-esteem, relationship issues and trauma. She has over 10 years clinical experience within the NHS and private practice including the Priory in London Harley Street. Her integrative method will help you identify blocks and subconscious programming that are holding you back so that you can heal and shift into a more magnetic state and live your life with greater ease.
Dr Samina is a highly specialist counselling psychologist who treats people suffering from a wide spectrum of disorders. Her areas of expertise lie in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex PTSD, depression and anxiety disorders, confidence and low self-esteem, relationship issues and trauma. She has over 10 years clinical experience within the NHS and private practice including the Priory in London Harley Street. Her integrative method will help you identify blocks and subconscious programming that are holding you back so that you can heal and shift into a more magnetic state and live your life with greater ease.
![Photo of Stella Stathi, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b925fc5-0912-4091-b752-38615e7dde52/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a qualified, experienced Jungian/Somatic psychotherapist and Midlife Transition guide. I specialise in working with people who are approaching or navigating the transformative time of Midlife, with all the radical, inner and outer changes and transformation it brings. I also work with fellow therapists, healers and creatives who want to go deeper in both their personal and professional journey. I am passionate about helping my clients discover who they truly are, under the multiple layers of conditioning and outgrown identities we all carry, and step into a more authentic and unique Life filled with Meaning and Purpose.
I am a qualified, experienced Jungian/Somatic psychotherapist and Midlife Transition guide. I specialise in working with people who are approaching or navigating the transformative time of Midlife, with all the radical, inner and outer changes and transformation it brings. I also work with fellow therapists, healers and creatives who want to go deeper in both their personal and professional journey. I am passionate about helping my clients discover who they truly are, under the multiple layers of conditioning and outgrown identities we all carry, and step into a more authentic and unique Life filled with Meaning and Purpose.
![Photo of Miranda Jackson, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5300a67b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
The ideal client is of course anyone ready to make real change in their lives, but I work with many seeking to reach that point. Clients see me asking “Why do I feel like this?” Once we have worked through why you do, the next goal is to see how you can change your mindset, rewrite the script so that your attitude to certain situations no longer causes you distress.
The ideal client is of course anyone ready to make real change in their lives, but I work with many seeking to reach that point. Clients see me asking “Why do I feel like this?” Once we have worked through why you do, the next goal is to see how you can change your mindset, rewrite the script so that your attitude to certain situations no longer causes you distress.
![Photo of Leslie Muetzelfeldt, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/20d39291-ec26-49c8-adeb-cf9e42ec30ea/1/320x400.jpeg)
My clients come to me looking for help with a range of difficulties from self-exploration, improving mood, or healing past traumas. I work with conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, adjustment to disability, loss, fertility issues and trauma. I also work with clients who may be wanting to improve relationships, a change in their work-life balance, or are struggling with a sense of purpose and meaning.
My clients come to me looking for help with a range of difficulties from self-exploration, improving mood, or healing past traumas. I work with conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, adjustment to disability, loss, fertility issues and trauma. I also work with clients who may be wanting to improve relationships, a change in their work-life balance, or are struggling with a sense of purpose and meaning.
![Photo of Cedric Bouet-Willaumez, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52710310-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
An established and experienced professional, I aim to help people get through life's challenges safely and usefully. I have worked with people from very different walks of life, and in very different settings (charities, the NHS and private practice since 2002).
An established and experienced professional, I aim to help people get through life's challenges safely and usefully. I have worked with people from very different walks of life, and in very different settings (charities, the NHS and private practice since 2002).
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in W1K
60+
Average cost per session
£90
Counsellors in W1K who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
87% | Relationship Issues |
85% | Depression |
82% | Self Esteem |
76% | Stress |
68% | Divorce |
68% | Family Conflict |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | Aviva |
64% | AXA PPP |
60% | WPA |
How Counsellors in W1K see their clients
86% | In Person and Online | |
14% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
22% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in W1K?
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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.
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.
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.