Online Counselling London

The first meeting

In whatever medium you choose, finding the right match for you is key to the success of the therapy. The assessment is your opportunity to express yourself freely and to gain a sense of what it will be like to work together.  You may find it helpful to have a second meeting to explore things further.

Psychotherapy online

Below I outline the simple steps to set you up for psychotherapy online in a format that is secure and which observes the Ethical Codes of Practice to which I adhere.  I work by telephone and with secure platforms for video. If you would like to make an appointment or simply ask any further questions, please get in touch, by phone or email.

Online therapy fees

• The Initial Assessment fee is £90 and lasts for 90 minutes.
• The normal therapeutic session is £70+ and  lasts for 50 minutes.
• Sessions begin and end promptly at the time(s) we arrange.
• The minimum amount of sessions is one a week.
• Sessions are routine between one and three times a week depending on your need, at a fixed time and day(s) agreed between us.

No contract

You are free to leave at any time.

My ethical framework

• I have routine weekly supervision according to The Guild of Psychotherapists’ and UKCP’s Ethical Codes of Practice.
• Your confidentiality is protected at all times.
• The room I work from is quiet and confidential and free from interruption.
• When working online, I use FaceTime, telephone,  Zoom or Skype.
• To be online safely you will need to have access to a space in which you are able to express yourself freely, with safety and confidentiality.

What you need to get started with online therapy

• A private space where you will not be disturbed during the session.
• Access to a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone.
• A good stable internet connection.
• Access to a video camera with sound (usually integrated in your device).

Next steps

• Request your initial meeting by phone or email.
• I will reply by email usually within 24 hours, to establish our mutual availability. Often it’s easier to do this by phone, but email is equally fine if you prefer.
• I will email you instructions on how to set up Zoom (if you agree to proceed on that platform) and the Zoom link to join our session on the day.
• If we agree a time for the assessment, you will need to pay the assessment fee by bank transfer in advance and confirm this with me by email.