Counselling in TN10
![Photo of Rob Parkinson, MHGI, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/510a3d52-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My clients like the informal, friendly approach, tailored to their individual needs. My work is informed by the highly effective Human Givens framework, embodying thorough scientific but holistic understandings of how to help people make good changes. I've been a solution-focused psychotherapist/counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist for more than two decades. For the past four decades, I've also been a professional storyteller, chaired the Society for Storytelling in the 'nineties, often tell appropriate stories as part of therapy sessions with both adults and children.. Clients work with me to achieve specific goals.
My clients like the informal, friendly approach, tailored to their individual needs. My work is informed by the highly effective Human Givens framework, embodying thorough scientific but holistic understandings of how to help people make good changes. I've been a solution-focused psychotherapist/counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist for more than two decades. For the past four decades, I've also been a professional storyteller, chaired the Society for Storytelling in the 'nineties, often tell appropriate stories as part of therapy sessions with both adults and children.. Clients work with me to achieve specific goals.
![Photo of Melanie Beth Lucas, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d617e097-f84b-40cc-9903-0458c3872e1c/1/320x400.jpeg)
I can speak from experience that when difficulties affect your day-to-day wellbeing, every person can try to find a way towards their desired outcome, should they choose to. I would be honoured to take that journey with you. I believe that taking the first step in considering speaking with someone is often the hardest step to take. I aim to offer you a safe, relaxed and confidential space in which to hold your thoughts, fears and triumphs. Together we will work towards building a therapeutic relationship based on an honest, trustworthy and non-judgemental foundation.
I can speak from experience that when difficulties affect your day-to-day wellbeing, every person can try to find a way towards their desired outcome, should they choose to. I would be honoured to take that journey with you. I believe that taking the first step in considering speaking with someone is often the hardest step to take. I aim to offer you a safe, relaxed and confidential space in which to hold your thoughts, fears and triumphs. Together we will work towards building a therapeutic relationship based on an honest, trustworthy and non-judgemental foundation.
![Photo of Jean Delevingne, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52dd8b57-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Have you recently been bereaved and struggling to know how to cope. Are you usually seen as the ‘strong one’- the person others turn to for help and support? Does your appearance convey confidence and self-assurance, but inside you find yourself struggling and overwhelmed? You may have lost a loved one during the pandemic and you are finding it difficult ‘holding it altogether’? Is this sense of unease affecting your eating or sleeping patterns, are you irritable with those close to you, or feel anxious about any further changes?
Have you recently been bereaved and struggling to know how to cope. Are you usually seen as the ‘strong one’- the person others turn to for help and support? Does your appearance convey confidence and self-assurance, but inside you find yourself struggling and overwhelmed? You may have lost a loved one during the pandemic and you are finding it difficult ‘holding it altogether’? Is this sense of unease affecting your eating or sleeping patterns, are you irritable with those close to you, or feel anxious about any further changes?
![Photo of Bill Key - Bill Key - Therapeutic Counselling, DCounsPsych, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6b88da1d-d541-41d8-a178-0e30b9c51aa4/3/320x400.jpeg)
Bill Key - Therapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tonbridge TN10
I offer safe, professional video-call or face-to-face sessions at my consulting room in Tonbridge. Combining a client-led approach with a range of methods, we can work together to help you find relief from anxiety, anger, feeling ‘different’, low self-esteem, family and relationship problems or the tendency to behave in ways that are harmful to yourself or other people. I believe that each of us shares one basic desire - to discover and live to our fullest potential. This can mean to have more self-confidence, to worry less or simply to feel more accepting of yourself and the world around you. Contact me to arrange a consultation.
I offer safe, professional video-call or face-to-face sessions at my consulting room in Tonbridge. Combining a client-led approach with a range of methods, we can work together to help you find relief from anxiety, anger, feeling ‘different’, low self-esteem, family and relationship problems or the tendency to behave in ways that are harmful to yourself or other people. I believe that each of us shares one basic desire - to discover and live to our fullest potential. This can mean to have more self-confidence, to worry less or simply to feel more accepting of yourself and the world around you. Contact me to arrange a consultation.
![Photo of Yohan Bhairo, MSc, MBABCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/38df64f5-0de6-4a01-be29-e5ca52873e20/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and an Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) trained therapist. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and have attended trainings in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I have over 20 years experience working within mental health. The consideration to access psychological therapy can be an uncomfortable process. You are not alone. Statistics show that 1 in 4 people experience some kind of mental health problem in the course of a year.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and an Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) trained therapist. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and have attended trainings in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I have over 20 years experience working within mental health. The consideration to access psychological therapy can be an uncomfortable process. You are not alone. Statistics show that 1 in 4 people experience some kind of mental health problem in the course of a year.
![Photo of Rachel Wilson - RW Counselling, DCounsPsych, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1fafc454-4819-45df-9665-a029f4b6349c/1/320x400.jpeg)
RW Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Tonbridge TN10
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with children and young people and have spent many years working within the educational sector. As adults we sometimes have better coping mechanisms or ways in which to self help, however children do not always have those skills. So I feel it is extremely important to be there to help guide and listen, to help better understand themselves and situations that may appear. I also work with adults helping to explore anxieties and stresses of every day life, within home, work or personally.
I am passionate about working with children and young people and have spent many years working within the educational sector. As adults we sometimes have better coping mechanisms or ways in which to self help, however children do not always have those skills. So I feel it is extremely important to be there to help guide and listen, to help better understand themselves and situations that may appear. I also work with adults helping to explore anxieties and stresses of every day life, within home, work or personally.
![Photo of Claire Seadon, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5c5f65a-7dfc-47be-b856-747ef7d051d6/2/320x400.png)
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced therapist offering online therapy to individual adults of all ages. Therapy provides an opportunity to better understand ourselves, untangle inner conflicts and bring about positive change. I acknowledge that the environments we grew up in and what we experience as we move through the stages of our lives, can leave us with emotional wounds and unhealthy coping mechanisms. I am experienced in working with clients who wish to explore complex family dynamics and who have experienced emotional abuse. Another specialism is working with bereavement and loss.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced therapist offering online therapy to individual adults of all ages. Therapy provides an opportunity to better understand ourselves, untangle inner conflicts and bring about positive change. I acknowledge that the environments we grew up in and what we experience as we move through the stages of our lives, can leave us with emotional wounds and unhealthy coping mechanisms. I am experienced in working with clients who wish to explore complex family dynamics and who have experienced emotional abuse. Another specialism is working with bereavement and loss.
![Photo of Lucy Menard, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cf37b3b2-e737-4611-b3e4-4176e8b0cc95/1/320x400.jpeg)
You might be feeling depressed, or low, for a known reason or perhaps for no identifiable reason. Sometimes it is not always possible to speak to your friends or family. You might not want to burden them or might fear judgement. I have helped clients with issues including: bereavement, loss, grief, workplace, sexuality and weight issues. I am a qualified counsellor and can offer you a warm, empathic space to examine and explore your feelings, patterns of behaviour and thoughts.
You might be feeling depressed, or low, for a known reason or perhaps for no identifiable reason. Sometimes it is not always possible to speak to your friends or family. You might not want to burden them or might fear judgement. I have helped clients with issues including: bereavement, loss, grief, workplace, sexuality and weight issues. I am a qualified counsellor and can offer you a warm, empathic space to examine and explore your feelings, patterns of behaviour and thoughts.
![Photo of Maria Carelse, DCounsPsych, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ae839c35-3747-4a35-8464-01c8d80258e5/2/320x400.png)
Hello I am Maria. I'm a trained counsellor and life coach, providing face-to-face, online and over the phone therapy, depending on your preference. I help adults and young people with a variety of challenges, including: anxiety and social anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, abuse, exam stress, burnout, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, loss and grief, various degrees of trauma including PTSD, life decisions, minority experience. Also, I am fluent in Spanish.
Hello I am Maria. I'm a trained counsellor and life coach, providing face-to-face, online and over the phone therapy, depending on your preference. I help adults and young people with a variety of challenges, including: anxiety and social anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, abuse, exam stress, burnout, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, loss and grief, various degrees of trauma including PTSD, life decisions, minority experience. Also, I am fluent in Spanish.
![Photo of Ayesha Gada, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/422f6b1a-9b6e-4b5c-a726-38b090898814/1/320x400.jpeg)
Have you been feeling you're stuck in a rut, you have no one you can talk to in confidence without being judged. You may be struggling with anxiety, loss, questioning your own identity with others, leading to low self-esteem and self-worth, and with no sense of direction.
Have you been feeling you're stuck in a rut, you have no one you can talk to in confidence without being judged. You may be struggling with anxiety, loss, questioning your own identity with others, leading to low self-esteem and self-worth, and with no sense of direction.
![Photo of Brenda Hogg, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a4da78c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
There are many reasons you might decide to seek counselling, at any stage of your life; each reason is valid and unique to you. There might be issues related to unresolved traumas in the past, or it might be that day-to-day pressures have become challenging and are affecting you. Whatever your reason, it can be helpful to have a therapist, working together with you, forming a professional and confidential relationship - unlike any of those you might share with family and friends - wherein you are welcome to explore your concerns; thereby offering you a deeper understanding of yourself - helping you move forward.
There are many reasons you might decide to seek counselling, at any stage of your life; each reason is valid and unique to you. There might be issues related to unresolved traumas in the past, or it might be that day-to-day pressures have become challenging and are affecting you. Whatever your reason, it can be helpful to have a therapist, working together with you, forming a professional and confidential relationship - unlike any of those you might share with family and friends - wherein you are welcome to explore your concerns; thereby offering you a deeper understanding of yourself - helping you move forward.
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I am an Accredited Member of the BACP. This means The British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy recognises me as an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who's practice meets their higher standard as a competent, ethical, independent practitioner. I am trained in Humanistic Integrative Counselling and work with adults (18+) experiencing a broad range of personal, emotional or mental health difficulties. For example grief and loss, divorce, redundancy or other major life event, anxiety, depression, illness, family and relationship issues.
I am an Accredited Member of the BACP. This means The British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy recognises me as an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who's practice meets their higher standard as a competent, ethical, independent practitioner. I am trained in Humanistic Integrative Counselling and work with adults (18+) experiencing a broad range of personal, emotional or mental health difficulties. For example grief and loss, divorce, redundancy or other major life event, anxiety, depression, illness, family and relationship issues.
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Sometimes things just don’t feel right. You might be struggling to work out who you are and what you want or finding it hard to cope with life’s challenges – feeling stressed, unfulfilled or stuck. Maybe you've been deeply affected by specific events and loss – perhaps the death of a loved one, relationship breakdown, redundancy or illness. Is what you're experiencing affecting your relationships and behaviour and bringing painful feelings, including anger, sadness, vulnerability, guilt and shame, sometimes leaving you anxious and depressed? I am committed to supporting clients wishing to address challenging personal issues.
Sometimes things just don’t feel right. You might be struggling to work out who you are and what you want or finding it hard to cope with life’s challenges – feeling stressed, unfulfilled or stuck. Maybe you've been deeply affected by specific events and loss – perhaps the death of a loved one, relationship breakdown, redundancy or illness. Is what you're experiencing affecting your relationships and behaviour and bringing painful feelings, including anger, sadness, vulnerability, guilt and shame, sometimes leaving you anxious and depressed? I am committed to supporting clients wishing to address challenging personal issues.
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Find freedom from anxiety and take control of your life... Are you overwhelmed by stress or anxiety? Do you struggle with a fear or phobia? Is your lack of confidence holding you back? Do you dream of freedom to do the things which are important to you? Do you long to be more productive, to get more out of every day? Do you feel stuck in a rut, lacking direction or fulfilment in your day to day life? Are you just desperate to kick a bad habit or to find a way of sticking to your good intentions? Hypnotherapy can help you make the positive and sustainable change you need at a pace that works for you.
Find freedom from anxiety and take control of your life... Are you overwhelmed by stress or anxiety? Do you struggle with a fear or phobia? Is your lack of confidence holding you back? Do you dream of freedom to do the things which are important to you? Do you long to be more productive, to get more out of every day? Do you feel stuck in a rut, lacking direction or fulfilment in your day to day life? Are you just desperate to kick a bad habit or to find a way of sticking to your good intentions? Hypnotherapy can help you make the positive and sustainable change you need at a pace that works for you.
![Photo of Alice Baer, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dfa318d8-5511-43d5-a52d-9c571a414523/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome. I am a qualified counsellor and have experience in working with a variety of issues like trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship problems. I am passionate about supporting autistic and ADHD clients and regularly work with this client group. I can help you to understand and make sense of your feelings and relationships, explore your potential and strengths, and support you to move forward in your life.
Welcome. I am a qualified counsellor and have experience in working with a variety of issues like trauma, anxiety, depression and relationship problems. I am passionate about supporting autistic and ADHD clients and regularly work with this client group. I can help you to understand and make sense of your feelings and relationships, explore your potential and strengths, and support you to move forward in your life.
![Photo of Catherine Nabbs, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8428be5c-9083-4d69-98b4-92ac8c9a7ac0/3/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling angry, anxious, overwhelmed or suffering from low mood? Has something recently happened to you that you need to talk about with someone who won’t judge but who can help you make sense of things? Perhaps you’ve had a traumatic or difficult experience that you need to talk over? Maybe you wake up each day feeling unfulfilled and have a sense that there must be more to life than this? It may be that you are experiencing something new, such as parenthood, which is bringing up uncomfortable memories of your past? Whatever the presenting concern, I'm here to help.
Are you feeling angry, anxious, overwhelmed or suffering from low mood? Has something recently happened to you that you need to talk about with someone who won’t judge but who can help you make sense of things? Perhaps you’ve had a traumatic or difficult experience that you need to talk over? Maybe you wake up each day feeling unfulfilled and have a sense that there must be more to life than this? It may be that you are experiencing something new, such as parenthood, which is bringing up uncomfortable memories of your past? Whatever the presenting concern, I'm here to help.
![Photo of Jacs Black, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ae02cd68-e354-4c6b-ab75-a95378b288b0/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi I'm Jacs, Thank you for taking time to read my profile. Are you looking for space and time to discuss your worries with someone independent, professional, and caring?I will support you with warmth, kindness, strength and understanding and listen to you, with non-judgement, empathy and validation. I offer short term therapy, focusing on immediate solutions or longer-term work, where you can explore in more depth. I work with varying presenting issues and diversity.
Hi I'm Jacs, Thank you for taking time to read my profile. Are you looking for space and time to discuss your worries with someone independent, professional, and caring?I will support you with warmth, kindness, strength and understanding and listen to you, with non-judgement, empathy and validation. I offer short term therapy, focusing on immediate solutions or longer-term work, where you can explore in more depth. I work with varying presenting issues and diversity.
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Dr Beth Bowden Wright
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Tonbridge TN10 (Online Only)
A compassionate psychologist offering wellbeing assessments covering vital mental health markers, including stress, sleep, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, personality traits and life experiences. I create a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, as well as confront challenges and delve into areas that may be causing you distress or confusion. I can provide the tools & support necessary to explore your current difficulties, uncover hidden strengths, foster self-compassion and embrace new possibilities. Take the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Elevate your role: boss, partner, parent, friend.
A compassionate psychologist offering wellbeing assessments covering vital mental health markers, including stress, sleep, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, personality traits and life experiences. I create a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, as well as confront challenges and delve into areas that may be causing you distress or confusion. I can provide the tools & support necessary to explore your current difficulties, uncover hidden strengths, foster self-compassion and embrace new possibilities. Take the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Elevate your role: boss, partner, parent, friend.
![Photo of Beth Lindsay West, MSc, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1ebcbe69-eec8-4bf3-8553-0efde44319e8/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a qualified CBT therapist. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving. I can help you manage distressing emotions by changing your unhealthy thought patterns and replacing any unhelpful, destructive and self-sabotaging behaviours you may have developed with healthy, helpful practices. My approach is to help you develop a deeper understanding of who you are and why you do the things you do. I will help you develop a sense of self-respect and recognise you are stronger than you think.
I am a qualified CBT therapist. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving. I can help you manage distressing emotions by changing your unhealthy thought patterns and replacing any unhelpful, destructive and self-sabotaging behaviours you may have developed with healthy, helpful practices. My approach is to help you develop a deeper understanding of who you are and why you do the things you do. I will help you develop a sense of self-respect and recognise you are stronger than you think.
![Photo of Lisa Gaiotto - Causeway Therapy, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49d47f35-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome to Causeway Therapy. I am Dr Lisa Gaiotto, Clinical Psychologist. I established Causeway Therapy a few years ago, after working in the public and private sectors. I know that life can throw you odd balls, and take you off course. Difficulties such as anxiety, excessive worrying, mood swings, depression, relationship problems, and trauma symptoms can emerge. I can support you to become unstuck from negative thinking, to notice unhelpful behaviours, and to find ways to do things differently.
Welcome to Causeway Therapy. I am Dr Lisa Gaiotto, Clinical Psychologist. I established Causeway Therapy a few years ago, after working in the public and private sectors. I know that life can throw you odd balls, and take you off course. Difficulties such as anxiety, excessive worrying, mood swings, depression, relationship problems, and trauma symptoms can emerge. I can support you to become unstuck from negative thinking, to notice unhelpful behaviours, and to find ways to do things differently.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in TN10
40+
Average cost per session
£65
Counsellors in TN10 who prioritize treating:
91% | Depression |
91% | Anxiety |
81% | Self Esteem |
79% | Stress |
77% | Relationship Issues |
66% | Bereavement |
62% | Divorce |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
56% | Aviva |
56% | AXA PPP |
50% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in TN10 see their clients
96% | In Person and Online | |
4% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
87% | Female | |
13% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in TN10?
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.
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.