Counselling in Ingatestone
![Photo of Dr Eileen Ward, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4139aed5-cf36-44e6-b36f-ef974e4ba478/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am an empathic counselling psychologist with more than 20 years experience in helping others achieve greater peace of mind regardless of the cause of your current situation. Therapy with me will allow you the time to be with yourself, your thoughts and feelings. I will help and encourage you to work things out so that you can process events and emotions in the presence of someone who is on your side and who will not criticise or judge.
I am an empathic counselling psychologist with more than 20 years experience in helping others achieve greater peace of mind regardless of the cause of your current situation. Therapy with me will allow you the time to be with yourself, your thoughts and feelings. I will help and encourage you to work things out so that you can process events and emotions in the presence of someone who is on your side and who will not criticise or judge.
![Photo of Nathalie Macleod, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0d8dffc7-aefc-41b1-afd8-ebbba242abf4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with experience working with adults, couples and young people. At times in our lives, events can swamp us and we can struggle to cope. I have experience working with clients with various backgrounds. I can help you with anxiety, stress, self esteem issues, low mood, depression, relationship issues, experiencing chronic illness, along with suicidal ideation. My approach can help you understand yourself better and explore ways to bring about positive change.
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with experience working with adults, couples and young people. At times in our lives, events can swamp us and we can struggle to cope. I have experience working with clients with various backgrounds. I can help you with anxiety, stress, self esteem issues, low mood, depression, relationship issues, experiencing chronic illness, along with suicidal ideation. My approach can help you understand yourself better and explore ways to bring about positive change.
![Photo of Elizabeth Anne Lawrence, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/470e87de-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I offer a confidential and non judgemental place in which you can talk about, and explore areas of difficulty in your life. From an immediate crisis, such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, addiction or it may be due to more long term problems such as feeling low, anxious, depressed or feeling the need to make changes on a professional level. I will help you to gain understanding, create solutions, strategies and progress positively. Using an integrative approach, utilising methods to suit your needs. I work with adults, children and young adults, offering Counselling, Life Coaching, Supervision and Nutrition Counselling.
I offer a confidential and non judgemental place in which you can talk about, and explore areas of difficulty in your life. From an immediate crisis, such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, addiction or it may be due to more long term problems such as feeling low, anxious, depressed or feeling the need to make changes on a professional level. I will help you to gain understanding, create solutions, strategies and progress positively. Using an integrative approach, utilising methods to suit your needs. I work with adults, children and young adults, offering Counselling, Life Coaching, Supervision and Nutrition Counselling.
![Photo of Michelle Felstead, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4bf2059b-7597-4588-8c21-12a972fff566/2/320x400.jpeg)
You are brave and have identified that you need some support at this very turbulent time. When a crisis hits, a future that was once clear can become confusing and scary. Life is now very complicated and can leave us with feelings of anxiety, stress and depression. These negative feelings can make life overwhelming. Sometimes it is helpful to talk to a person not directly involved in order to gain clarity and insight.
You are brave and have identified that you need some support at this very turbulent time. When a crisis hits, a future that was once clear can become confusing and scary. Life is now very complicated and can leave us with feelings of anxiety, stress and depression. These negative feelings can make life overwhelming. Sometimes it is helpful to talk to a person not directly involved in order to gain clarity and insight.
![Photo of Janey Pike - The Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44502202-223c-420d-aac7-eccc8968fe1c/3/320x400.jpeg)
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
![Photo of Debbie L Wilson, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dd3423c7-b204-4a7d-b017-46a7a54d4982/2/320x400.jpeg)
Thank you for visiting my page. I am an adult and young person counsellor and an accredited member of the NCPS. My compassion, insightful approach, and experience enable me to use a range of therapeutic models to tailor therapy to suit the unique needs of everyone. I support my clients to lead the way toward their goals, at their pace, not mine. I specialise in support for stress management, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, relationship issues, anger, bullying, and the social pressures of today's busy society. In addition to private practice, I work with young people in schools supporting them through the challenges they face.
Thank you for visiting my page. I am an adult and young person counsellor and an accredited member of the NCPS. My compassion, insightful approach, and experience enable me to use a range of therapeutic models to tailor therapy to suit the unique needs of everyone. I support my clients to lead the way toward their goals, at their pace, not mine. I specialise in support for stress management, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, relationship issues, anger, bullying, and the social pressures of today's busy society. In addition to private practice, I work with young people in schools supporting them through the challenges they face.
![Photo of Stuart Dean - humanskind - stuart dean, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b2f8771-cb06-4c20-a592-2615fff36954/2/320x400.jpeg)
I know how it feels. I’ve trawled these sites looking for something that stands out, someone a bit different. Someone real. Feeling lost, feeling alone, feeling so down. Wanting to find that person I could, just perhaps, take a leap of faith with. I won’t promise I’ve been exactly where you are or where you’ve been, because I can’t. Nobody can. As humans we are all unique; each of us is a special, individual creature.
I know how it feels. I’ve trawled these sites looking for something that stands out, someone a bit different. Someone real. Feeling lost, feeling alone, feeling so down. Wanting to find that person I could, just perhaps, take a leap of faith with. I won’t promise I’ve been exactly where you are or where you’ve been, because I can’t. Nobody can. As humans we are all unique; each of us is a special, individual creature.
![Photo of Julie Joanna Dods, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8ed7f06d-0784-4185-9516-09194a07973d/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am warm and friendly and offer clients a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings in a non judgemental way. Life can get in the way. Often there doesn’t seem time to absorb what has happened or how it has affected us.. Dealing with anxiety, stress, grief and loss are always hard so finding the right counsellor with whom you feel safe secure and listened to is the most important ingredient to enable you to explore and manage overwhelming thoughts and feelings. Together, we can face these feelings.
I am warm and friendly and offer clients a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings in a non judgemental way. Life can get in the way. Often there doesn’t seem time to absorb what has happened or how it has affected us.. Dealing with anxiety, stress, grief and loss are always hard so finding the right counsellor with whom you feel safe secure and listened to is the most important ingredient to enable you to explore and manage overwhelming thoughts and feelings. Together, we can face these feelings.
![Photo of Sophie Atkinson, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b9b450b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
You may have some ideas as to why you are seeking counselling or you may simply feel the need to talk to someone. You might experienced a loss, bereavement, a change in family circumstances or a relationship. You might be suffering from an illness or health problems. Perhaps you have problems at work, with your employment or finances. You might have lost touch with yourself or feel uncertain about a life decision. You may be confused, unhappy, depressed, anxious, worried or sad. You may have concerns about your body, weight, appearance, sexuality, drugs or alcohol. You may experienced a trauma or an abusive relationship.
You may have some ideas as to why you are seeking counselling or you may simply feel the need to talk to someone. You might experienced a loss, bereavement, a change in family circumstances or a relationship. You might be suffering from an illness or health problems. Perhaps you have problems at work, with your employment or finances. You might have lost touch with yourself or feel uncertain about a life decision. You may be confused, unhappy, depressed, anxious, worried or sad. You may have concerns about your body, weight, appearance, sexuality, drugs or alcohol. You may experienced a trauma or an abusive relationship.
![Photo of Sarah MacLean, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b01b2d3-f5d9-428c-8645-47b02c8f131c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi. My name is Dr. Sarah MacLean. I’m a highly trained and experienced Clinical Psychologist providing a professional psychology service based in Chelmsford, Essex and also online. I work with people with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties including but not limited to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychosis, personality disorder, relationship and interpersonal difficulties. Within my practice, I will work collaboratively with you in order to help you understand your difficulties and distress and help you find relief and make the changes towards the life you seek.
Hi. My name is Dr. Sarah MacLean. I’m a highly trained and experienced Clinical Psychologist providing a professional psychology service based in Chelmsford, Essex and also online. I work with people with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties including but not limited to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychosis, personality disorder, relationship and interpersonal difficulties. Within my practice, I will work collaboratively with you in order to help you understand your difficulties and distress and help you find relief and make the changes towards the life you seek.
![Photo of Laura Butler - Laura Butler Psychological Therapy Ltd. , MBABCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2d75dd68-719d-47f5-8581-6e7e7c280bc2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Laura Butler Psychological Therapy Ltd.
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ingatestone CM4 (Online Only)
Are you fed up of feeling anxious, stressed or low in mood? Are you struggling with a trauma that has affected your life? Or would your child or teenager benefit from some therapeutic support? Invest in your or your families' mental health and be able to start living the life you would like to. We have no waiting lists, sessions available weekdays, evenings and weekends, a choice of therapists who work from different therapeutic approaches and with adults, young people or children. All of our sessions are remote meaning that you can conveniently fit them into your life and from the comfort of your own home.
Are you fed up of feeling anxious, stressed or low in mood? Are you struggling with a trauma that has affected your life? Or would your child or teenager benefit from some therapeutic support? Invest in your or your families' mental health and be able to start living the life you would like to. We have no waiting lists, sessions available weekdays, evenings and weekends, a choice of therapists who work from different therapeutic approaches and with adults, young people or children. All of our sessions are remote meaning that you can conveniently fit them into your life and from the comfort of your own home.
![Photo of Leanne Pitts, MA, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e8a9dddc-5daa-4b84-9126-65c978d16c88/1/320x400.jpeg)
As your counsellor, I'm here to give you the space and time to talk openly about your thoughts, feelings, history, and experiences. This can help us learn more about who you are and most importantly, how you can find more happiness and contentment in your life. I'll be by your side as we dig deeper into understanding yourself and figuring out what's getting in the way of your goals and dreams. I've helped many people dealing with prolonged anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, OCD, low self-esteem, disordered eating, feelings of self harm and suicide and with a focus on past trauma amongst other presentations.
As your counsellor, I'm here to give you the space and time to talk openly about your thoughts, feelings, history, and experiences. This can help us learn more about who you are and most importantly, how you can find more happiness and contentment in your life. I'll be by your side as we dig deeper into understanding yourself and figuring out what's getting in the way of your goals and dreams. I've helped many people dealing with prolonged anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, OCD, low self-esteem, disordered eating, feelings of self harm and suicide and with a focus on past trauma amongst other presentations.
![Photo of Tracy Ann Phillips, PsychD, MUKCP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4bda88f8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I understand it is sometimes hard to make the step towards having therapy. If you are at a point in your life where you need support or guidance in bringing about change, I offer a non judgemental, confidential, compassionate and warm space. Through working together to resolve difficult experiences in various ways, you will begin to see life from a different perspective. This will enable you to understand yourself better, gain more confidence and calm anxieties and depression. I keep up to date with various courses's and reading for continuing professional development. I also work with the Police Firearms Officers Association.
I understand it is sometimes hard to make the step towards having therapy. If you are at a point in your life where you need support or guidance in bringing about change, I offer a non judgemental, confidential, compassionate and warm space. Through working together to resolve difficult experiences in various ways, you will begin to see life from a different perspective. This will enable you to understand yourself better, gain more confidence and calm anxieties and depression. I keep up to date with various courses's and reading for continuing professional development. I also work with the Police Firearms Officers Association.
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Clare Davies, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aea1e3ca-43a6-4396-ae76-ffbdb9bbe47a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi I'm Clare, I have a strong belief in the power of counselling to foster personal growth and transformation. You are at the heart of this process, and I understand that your experiences are unique and personal to you. By genuinely understanding your perspective, I aim to work together with you to help you progress towards the future you desire. I, therefore, offer an initial, free, exploratory online meeting prior to choosing to start sessions. I offer a professional yet empathetic & non-judgemental space, and come with both lived and professional experience.
Hi I'm Clare, I have a strong belief in the power of counselling to foster personal growth and transformation. You are at the heart of this process, and I understand that your experiences are unique and personal to you. By genuinely understanding your perspective, I aim to work together with you to help you progress towards the future you desire. I, therefore, offer an initial, free, exploratory online meeting prior to choosing to start sessions. I offer a professional yet empathetic & non-judgemental space, and come with both lived and professional experience.
![Photo of Kathryn Leigh-Suddens, MSc, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5cc58812-3a50-4631-8d7d-6fb990386733/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I offer friendly & down to earth therapy for both individuals & couples, I am also a Supervisor for therapists & trainees. Whether you are living with a difficult situation which is causing you distress, or you are affected by experiences from your past - I can help! I work with a wide variety of issues, from anxiety, depression and trauma related problems, to difficult or abusive relationships. Whatever your issue, large or small, therapy can help you.
Welcome! I offer friendly & down to earth therapy for both individuals & couples, I am also a Supervisor for therapists & trainees. Whether you are living with a difficult situation which is causing you distress, or you are affected by experiences from your past - I can help! I work with a wide variety of issues, from anxiety, depression and trauma related problems, to difficult or abusive relationships. Whatever your issue, large or small, therapy can help you.
![Photo of Celia Parks - Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/81424f69-ff7f-4585-97ec-b5b82c0b0416/3/320x400.jpeg)
Our aim at the Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre is to inspire growth , help clients bring about change leading to self - fulfilment. I work along side a group of Counsellors and Therapists so be can be very responsive to client needs. We work with adults, children as well as couples.We also offer a low cost Counselling Service for individual adults provided by Counsellors in training.
Our aim at the Chelmsford Counselling and Therapy Centre is to inspire growth , help clients bring about change leading to self - fulfilment. I work along side a group of Counsellors and Therapists so be can be very responsive to client needs. We work with adults, children as well as couples.We also offer a low cost Counselling Service for individual adults provided by Counsellors in training.
![Photo of Yvonne Drummond-Williams, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/778d859c-88ff-49e6-83cd-bf04a923eec6/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have been a practising psychotherapist for 23 years. During this time I have undertaken to become a Creative Therapist. A Clinical Supervisor, CBT Therapist. I am also a Therapist for Barnardos. Clinical Supervisor for several Agency's. I Supervise trained and trainee counsellors. When seeing client's, who are experiencing difficult situations I seek up to date courses that will assist me to develop skills in which can enable you to make your changes. I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults. Issues do vary. Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm, Low Self Esteem. Suicidal thoughts. Bereavement. are just a few.
I have been a practising psychotherapist for 23 years. During this time I have undertaken to become a Creative Therapist. A Clinical Supervisor, CBT Therapist. I am also a Therapist for Barnardos. Clinical Supervisor for several Agency's. I Supervise trained and trainee counsellors. When seeing client's, who are experiencing difficult situations I seek up to date courses that will assist me to develop skills in which can enable you to make your changes. I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults. Issues do vary. Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm, Low Self Esteem. Suicidal thoughts. Bereavement. are just a few.
![Photo of Kirsty Georgieff - Kirsty - Echo Counselling, MSc, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a584661-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I specialise in narcissistic abuse in relationships and the workplace. I work with anxiety and trauma alongside the dissociation from emotions this can cause. I have worked with survivors of domestic violence and bereaved families within a hospice setting. I also work for a society with worldwide clients recovering from narcissistic abuse. Exploring variations from your personal life within therapy is hugely important as I believe that no client is the same; regardless of whether they are experiencing loss, anxiety or an abusive narcissistic relationship.
I specialise in narcissistic abuse in relationships and the workplace. I work with anxiety and trauma alongside the dissociation from emotions this can cause. I have worked with survivors of domestic violence and bereaved families within a hospice setting. I also work for a society with worldwide clients recovering from narcissistic abuse. Exploring variations from your personal life within therapy is hugely important as I believe that no client is the same; regardless of whether they are experiencing loss, anxiety or an abusive narcissistic relationship.
Catherine Barton-Sweeney
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Mountnessing CM15
Not accepting new clients
Hello, my name is Cathy and I work with people who are experiencing problems sleeping. The odd night of sleeplessness is something we probably have all experienced, but chronic sleep disturbance is where sleep is regularly disrupted, and you can be left feeling irritable and exhausted during the day. Sometimes sleep disruption can be linked to underlying life experiences that are proving difficult to deal with, but it can also be the cause of depression and anxiety.
Hello, my name is Cathy and I work with people who are experiencing problems sleeping. The odd night of sleeplessness is something we probably have all experienced, but chronic sleep disturbance is where sleep is regularly disrupted, and you can be left feeling irritable and exhausted during the day. Sometimes sleep disruption can be linked to underlying life experiences that are proving difficult to deal with, but it can also be the cause of depression and anxiety.
![Photo of Sue Thompson, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5126731a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi my name is Sue, I'm a Integrative Child Psychotherapist (UKCP Reg) and a Integrative Adult Counsellor (MBACP). I have over 10 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioral issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress. I also offer parent/child work.
Hi my name is Sue, I'm a Integrative Child Psychotherapist (UKCP Reg) and a Integrative Adult Counsellor (MBACP). I have over 10 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioral issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress. I also offer parent/child work.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Ingatestone
10+
Average cost per session
£65
Counsellors in Ingatestone who prioritize treating:
100% | Depression |
93% | Anxiety |
93% | Coping Skills |
93% | Self Esteem |
93% | Stress |
86% | Relationship Issues |
86% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
67% | Aviva |
67% | AXA PPP |
67% | WPA |
How Counsellors in Ingatestone see their clients
93% | In Person and Online | |
7% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
93% | Female | |
7% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Ingatestone?
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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.