Counselling in Southend-on-Sea

Photo of Sian Elizabeth Hines, PNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Sian Elizabeth Hines
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1
I can help you to reach the potential that you want and deserve to reach by helping you to understand your past, present and future. To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past. To enable you to see past blocks and obstacles so that you can control, minimise and eliminate any anxieties. To work with the negative emotions that you feel so that you can identify quickly what your emotions are telling you and then challenge them so that they do not control you. To magnify the positives and build on them for complete self confidence.
I can help you to reach the potential that you want and deserve to reach by helping you to understand your past, present and future. To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past. To enable you to see past blocks and obstacles so that you can control, minimise and eliminate any anxieties. To work with the negative emotions that you feel so that you can identify quickly what your emotions are telling you and then challenge them so that they do not control you. To magnify the positives and build on them for complete self confidence.
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Joanne Cole
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS2
A warm welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. Are you struggling with personal issues and would like someone to talk to? Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions to enable you to find solutions that suit you as a unique individual. When talking about personal matters, it’s important to feel respected and listened to and counselling can offer a safe space, that friends and family often can’t. I aim to provide a calm and safe environment where you can feel comfortable opening up and sharing often painful and difficult emotions.
A warm welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. Are you struggling with personal issues and would like someone to talk to? Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions to enable you to find solutions that suit you as a unique individual. When talking about personal matters, it’s important to feel respected and listened to and counselling can offer a safe space, that friends and family often can’t. I aim to provide a calm and safe environment where you can feel comfortable opening up and sharing often painful and difficult emotions.
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Maria Bulley
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Sometimes in our life and when we least expect it we feel low and everything is a struggle. We do not realise that this could have been building for a while. We get stuck and everything is an uphill struggle, we do not know what to do and it soon becomes overwhelming. This is when you need someone to talk to, a neutral person that will sit and listen and be non judgmental and empathic. Your well being is important to me and I will treat you with the utmost of respect. I will help you to achieve your goals. Based in Southend on Sea and parking close by my office is quiet and safe for you to visit.
Sometimes in our life and when we least expect it we feel low and everything is a struggle. We do not realise that this could have been building for a while. We get stuck and everything is an uphill struggle, we do not know what to do and it soon becomes overwhelming. This is when you need someone to talk to, a neutral person that will sit and listen and be non judgmental and empathic. Your well being is important to me and I will treat you with the utmost of respect. I will help you to achieve your goals. Based in Southend on Sea and parking close by my office is quiet and safe for you to visit.
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Hayley Robinson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Hey! My name is Hayley, I am a person-centred counsellor with a passion for helping others understand and accept life difficulties. By offering my clients a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore their feelings and emotions, I believe, that by being truly listened too, together we can achieve personal growth and a better understanding of the challenges we face. I have worked with men, women and young people experiencing mental health challenges, listening to their needs to build therapeutic relationships with my clients. I can offer sessions face to face in Southchurch and Southend as well as walk and talk therapy.
Hey! My name is Hayley, I am a person-centred counsellor with a passion for helping others understand and accept life difficulties. By offering my clients a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore their feelings and emotions, I believe, that by being truly listened too, together we can achieve personal growth and a better understanding of the challenges we face. I have worked with men, women and young people experiencing mental health challenges, listening to their needs to build therapeutic relationships with my clients. I can offer sessions face to face in Southchurch and Southend as well as walk and talk therapy.
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Jackie Morley
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
I have a background in Social Care where I worked with complex family and relationship issues. Through my experience I have come to understand how instrumental caring, supportive relationships are to reducing stress and increasing emotional well-being. It has led to a passion for working as a therapist to help people improve relationships, to feel connected to, heard and valued by spouses, partners, friends and family. Through resolving conflict, repairing hurt, anger and where you are able to let go of resentments it can lead to a healthier sex-life and sexual functioning.
I have a background in Social Care where I worked with complex family and relationship issues. Through my experience I have come to understand how instrumental caring, supportive relationships are to reducing stress and increasing emotional well-being. It has led to a passion for working as a therapist to help people improve relationships, to feel connected to, heard and valued by spouses, partners, friends and family. Through resolving conflict, repairing hurt, anger and where you are able to let go of resentments it can lead to a healthier sex-life and sexual functioning.
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Astra Wiggins
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS2
Looking for a new perspective? Get in touch for an initial, obligation-free discussion. This would provide an opportunity to discuss your specific needs or areas of focus. Please be aware that concessions are available for individuals facing financial challenges. Selecting a counsellor may seem daunting at first! However, I emphasise the creation of a professional and empathetic therapeutic relationship, characterised by respect and trust.
Looking for a new perspective? Get in touch for an initial, obligation-free discussion. This would provide an opportunity to discuss your specific needs or areas of focus. Please be aware that concessions are available for individuals facing financial challenges. Selecting a counsellor may seem daunting at first! However, I emphasise the creation of a professional and empathetic therapeutic relationship, characterised by respect and trust.
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Dr Jennie Duprey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist who has specialised in working with children, young people and their families over the past 18 years. I have worked extensively within CAMHS and Social Care/Child Protection settings and have provided expert witness reports to the family courts since 2012. I offer assessment and intervention for a wide range of presenting difficulties, including child mental health, trauma, neurodiversity, support with family stress and the parent-child relationship.
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist who has specialised in working with children, young people and their families over the past 18 years. I have worked extensively within CAMHS and Social Care/Child Protection settings and have provided expert witness reports to the family courts since 2012. I offer assessment and intervention for a wide range of presenting difficulties, including child mental health, trauma, neurodiversity, support with family stress and the parent-child relationship.
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Carl Adams
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS0
Life can bring us many difficulties, challenges, issues, stresses and anxieties. It can also bring many over whelming feelings such as pain, anger, sadness, hopelessness, guilt and regret. I am a gentle, emphathic, non judgmental counsellor; I see myself as a down to earth regular person and believe in talking to people on their own level.
Life can bring us many difficulties, challenges, issues, stresses and anxieties. It can also bring many over whelming feelings such as pain, anger, sadness, hopelessness, guilt and regret. I am a gentle, emphathic, non judgmental counsellor; I see myself as a down to earth regular person and believe in talking to people on their own level.
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Photo of Angela McCleave, MSc, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Angela McCleave
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
I am a BACP Accredited therapist with a wealth of life experience, as well as experience with counselling people going through a wide range of emotional life events. You do not have to do this on your own. The first step is the hardest and that is to make the call to reach out for help. I offer sessions via telephone, video, or face-to-face.
I am a BACP Accredited therapist with a wealth of life experience, as well as experience with counselling people going through a wide range of emotional life events. You do not have to do this on your own. The first step is the hardest and that is to make the call to reach out for help. I offer sessions via telephone, video, or face-to-face.
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Lauren Sheridan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS2
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Nomsa Sandra Wayland
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS2
I am an integrative therapist who values the inner strength it takes one to be vulnerable whilst sharing their lived experience. My focus is to try and walk in one's world. Therefore I value every person I speak to with respect for who they are and how they have got to where they are. I refrain from judging you and provide a source of complete acceptance and support. You will lead the conversation, and I will not attempt to steer you in any direction; instead, I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment for you to explore and talk about any difficulties you may be experiencing.
I am an integrative therapist who values the inner strength it takes one to be vulnerable whilst sharing their lived experience. My focus is to try and walk in one's world. Therefore I value every person I speak to with respect for who they are and how they have got to where they are. I refrain from judging you and provide a source of complete acceptance and support. You will lead the conversation, and I will not attempt to steer you in any direction; instead, I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment for you to explore and talk about any difficulties you may be experiencing.
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Rob Marks
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Are you feeling low, exhausted? Worry stops you sleeping or you wake feeling anxious - racing heart, churning stomach? Do you have repetitive negative thoughts, ruminate on the past, blame yourself when setbacks happen and worry about future events, usually assuming the worst? Maybe you’re short-tempered at work or with your partner and find little joy in things you used to love doing. Do you want to get back on with life as soon as possible? To sleep better, feel more energetic and motivated, better able to be there for your partner. To see things differently and improve your effectiveness at work and relationships with colleagues?
Are you feeling low, exhausted? Worry stops you sleeping or you wake feeling anxious - racing heart, churning stomach? Do you have repetitive negative thoughts, ruminate on the past, blame yourself when setbacks happen and worry about future events, usually assuming the worst? Maybe you’re short-tempered at work or with your partner and find little joy in things you used to love doing. Do you want to get back on with life as soon as possible? To sleep better, feel more energetic and motivated, better able to be there for your partner. To see things differently and improve your effectiveness at work and relationships with colleagues?
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Photo of Jess Henderson, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Jess Henderson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1  (Online Only)
I am a trained Person-Centred Counsellor and a trained mental health nurse. As I am dual qualified, I feel my experience can support you holistically, supporting you to explore any issues in an open way. As a person-centred counsellor, I believe in focusing on the needs of the individual and that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk beside you and together explore what has brought you to counselling.
I am a trained Person-Centred Counsellor and a trained mental health nurse. As I am dual qualified, I feel my experience can support you holistically, supporting you to explore any issues in an open way. As a person-centred counsellor, I believe in focusing on the needs of the individual and that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk beside you and together explore what has brought you to counselling.
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Hannah Campbell
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Feel like you've lost sight of who you are? The confidence you felt has faded away? Perhaps you find yourself able to make strides at work but within your personal life, you want to find that spark and strength again. You're fed up with feeling as though you shrink within relationships, and the thought of saying 'No' leaves you feeling sick with worry. Are you tired of feeling as though you deserve more, but clinging to the breadcrumbs currently offered to you - you wish you were better at voicing what you really want or need?
Feel like you've lost sight of who you are? The confidence you felt has faded away? Perhaps you find yourself able to make strides at work but within your personal life, you want to find that spark and strength again. You're fed up with feeling as though you shrink within relationships, and the thought of saying 'No' leaves you feeling sick with worry. Are you tired of feeling as though you deserve more, but clinging to the breadcrumbs currently offered to you - you wish you were better at voicing what you really want or need?
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Photo of Alicia Marchant - Alicia Marchant- Mind Box Therapy (BSc Psy Hons), MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Alicia Marchant- Mind Box Therapy (BSc Psy Hons)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Ever feel like you have a lot going on in your mind? Isolated? Alone, with no one to talk to about it all? Or maybe you just don’t feel comfortable sharing your thoughts with your family? Perhaps, you are getting to a stage where you’re feeling as if you’re in a deep dark hole unable to get out, with an uncertainty of the future. Life can be challenging and get on top of us, whether it’s: other people, situations, work or even ourselves. We can get into a negative cycle and sometimes are unable to admit that we need help. If any of this applies to you, then maybe it's time to try therapy?
Ever feel like you have a lot going on in your mind? Isolated? Alone, with no one to talk to about it all? Or maybe you just don’t feel comfortable sharing your thoughts with your family? Perhaps, you are getting to a stage where you’re feeling as if you’re in a deep dark hole unable to get out, with an uncertainty of the future. Life can be challenging and get on top of us, whether it’s: other people, situations, work or even ourselves. We can get into a negative cycle and sometimes are unable to admit that we need help. If any of this applies to you, then maybe it's time to try therapy?
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Sally Willsher
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Over the years most of the client issues I have encountered encompass loss and control in some way, shape or form. Many clients feel out of control, and helpless or in complete despair, and would like to be able to clear a pathway for themselves to work out a more manageable way of living with less anxiety. Clients want to be listened to, and for some that is a rare luxury as friends and family often have their own agenda. Regular reviews to reflect where a client is, in relation to their therapy journey are part of the therapeutic process and help to build trust and structure.
Over the years most of the client issues I have encountered encompass loss and control in some way, shape or form. Many clients feel out of control, and helpless or in complete despair, and would like to be able to clear a pathway for themselves to work out a more manageable way of living with less anxiety. Clients want to be listened to, and for some that is a rare luxury as friends and family often have their own agenda. Regular reviews to reflect where a client is, in relation to their therapy journey are part of the therapeutic process and help to build trust and structure.
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Farah Mitha
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Farah has over 18 years clinical experience of working both in the NHS and private sector, providing evidence based psychological treatment and guidance tailoring her approach to the individual clients needs. These may be short term goals, that lend themselves to briefer therapy, or longer-term goals leading to more in-depth exploration of longer standing issues. Her clinical expereince include a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties from mild depression and anxiety, to complex trauma, with a special interest in OCD. She is able to offer specialised trauma treatment for PTSD in the form of EMDR.
Farah has over 18 years clinical experience of working both in the NHS and private sector, providing evidence based psychological treatment and guidance tailoring her approach to the individual clients needs. These may be short term goals, that lend themselves to briefer therapy, or longer-term goals leading to more in-depth exploration of longer standing issues. Her clinical expereince include a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties from mild depression and anxiety, to complex trauma, with a special interest in OCD. She is able to offer specialised trauma treatment for PTSD in the form of EMDR.
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Wright Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS2
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the stresses in life? Feel unable to make decisions? Do you condemn yourself for making the 'wrong' decision? We can be good at condemning ourselves and be our worst critic. Discovering what patterns are happening for us over and over again, and preparing yourself for these, knowing what you can and can't do, can feel empowering. Being able to express yourself knowing that you can be heard without fear, embarrassment or shame but with acceptance of you as a person can be life changing. I can help you look at making changes and find bespoke ways to support and establish a way forward for you.
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the stresses in life? Feel unable to make decisions? Do you condemn yourself for making the 'wrong' decision? We can be good at condemning ourselves and be our worst critic. Discovering what patterns are happening for us over and over again, and preparing yourself for these, knowing what you can and can't do, can feel empowering. Being able to express yourself knowing that you can be heard without fear, embarrassment or shame but with acceptance of you as a person can be life changing. I can help you look at making changes and find bespoke ways to support and establish a way forward for you.
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Bukola Ruth Aina
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS2
I am a Therapeutic Counsellor NCPS Registered and BACP member dedicated to helping and supporting clients work through whatever challenges they may be facing. Whether you struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, bereavement, emotional issues or relationship problems, or simply feeling stuck in life. I provide therapeutic counselling to support my clients every step of the way. I believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, and I am committed to helping and supporting my clients achieve that. I will be glad to begin the journey to explore with you. Please feel free to call, email or text me.
I am a Therapeutic Counsellor NCPS Registered and BACP member dedicated to helping and supporting clients work through whatever challenges they may be facing. Whether you struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, bereavement, emotional issues or relationship problems, or simply feeling stuck in life. I provide therapeutic counselling to support my clients every step of the way. I believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, and I am committed to helping and supporting my clients achieve that. I will be glad to begin the journey to explore with you. Please feel free to call, email or text me.
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Karen Eves
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS2
Child, Adolescent and Family Psychodynamic Psychotherapist; fully qualified. I have been working with children, young people, and families for 20+ yrs. The young people I have worked with have faced a wide range of emotional, social, or psychological challenges. My experience includes depression/mood difficulties, anxiety/panic issues (OCD), school refusal or social withdrawal, self-injury, substance misuse, impulsivity, defiance, eating disorders, trauma/loss, sexual identity, body dysphoria, and neuro-diversity. Families use psychodynamic approaches when seeking in-depth therapy to achieve long-term change.
Child, Adolescent and Family Psychodynamic Psychotherapist; fully qualified. I have been working with children, young people, and families for 20+ yrs. The young people I have worked with have faced a wide range of emotional, social, or psychological challenges. My experience includes depression/mood difficulties, anxiety/panic issues (OCD), school refusal or social withdrawal, self-injury, substance misuse, impulsivity, defiance, eating disorders, trauma/loss, sexual identity, body dysphoria, and neuro-diversity. Families use psychodynamic approaches when seeking in-depth therapy to achieve long-term change.
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Number of Counsellors in Southend-on-Sea

70+

Average cost per session

£50

Counsellors in Southend-on-Sea who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
86% Self Esteem
85% Depression
78% Stress
76% Relationship Issues
67% Bereavement
58% Domestic Abuse

Average years in practice

9 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

55% Aviva
50% AXA PPP
45% Vitality

How Counsellors in Southend-on-Sea see their clients

90% In Person and Online
10% Online Only

Gender breakdown

83% Female
16% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Southend-on-Sea?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.