Counselling fees that arefair and clear
No hidden costs, no lengthy waiting lists. Quality therapy starting from £50 — with accredited counsellors available Monday to Saturday, 8am–9pm.
What to expectin your assessment
Your 1-hour assessment is an essential first step. It allows our team to understand your needs fully and match you with the most suitable counsellor. It’s a thorough, confidential conversation — not a test.
Current challenges. The difficulties you're facing and how they affect your day-to-day life.
Relationships. Your relationships with family, friends, and partners.
Family history. Relevant family dynamics that could affect your wellbeing.
Work and lifestyle. Professional life and lifestyle factors that may be contributing to stress.
Medication and health. Any medications, physical health conditions, or mental health history.
Risk and safeguarding. To help match you with the right counsellor and ensure appropriate support.
Counselling fees
Book the assessment first — it ensures you’re matched with the right therapist. You then have the freedom to select and schedule your sessions at your convenience.
Trainee counsellor
Affordable Therapy
Same ethical standards — supervised trainee therapists at reduced rates.
£50
per session
- Individual therapy — £50
- Couples & relationship — £125
- 50-minute sessions
- Weekly online sessions
- BACP supervised
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1-Hour Assessment
Essential first step — matched with the right therapist for you.
£50
one-off fee
- 60-minute assessment session
- Personalised therapist matching
- Confidential & no obligation
- Secure online video session
- No waiting list
Qualified counsellor
Expert Therapy
Fully qualified, accredited therapists with specialist expertise.
£125
per session
- Individual therapy — £125
- Couples & relationship — £250
- 50-minute sessions
- BACP / COSRT / BPS registered
- Specialist areas available
Important: Talking Counselling does not provide mental health diagnoses. If you require a mental health diagnosis, we recommend consulting your GP or a specialist.
Terms & conditions
What you need to know
Assessment session
Your 1-hour introductory appointment
- Payment is required in advance of the appointment.
- Your video link will be sent via email before the session.
- 48-hour notice is required for cancellations.
- No refunds for missed assessment appointments.
- Your assessment is treated as strictly confidential.
Counselling sessions
Ongoing 50-minute weekly sessions
- Sessions are 50 minutes, conducted online, scheduled weekly.
- Your video link is sent prior to each session.
- 48-hour notice required for cancellations — the full fee applies for late cancellations or no-shows.
- If you arrive late, the session continues for the remaining time at the full fee.
- Payment for sessions is made a month in advance via bank transfer.
- We reserve the right to end therapy at any point.
Frequently asked questions
Each counselling session lasts 50 minutes. Your 1-hour introductory assessment is slightly longer to allow our team to fully understand your needs and match you with the right therapist.
Yes — all sessions are strictly private and conducted on a fully encrypted, GDPR-compliant video platform. Your sessions are never shared with third parties. Our therapists adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework, which places confidentiality at the heart of all therapeutic work.
Absolutely. Our online counselling sessions are available to anyone across the UK — England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. There is no travel required. You just need a device with a camera and microphone, a stable internet connection, and a private space where you won't be interrupted.
Yes. The 1-hour assessment (£50) is an essential first step. It gives our team the information needed to match you with the most suitable counsellor for your situation, goals, and preferences — ensuring the best possible start to your therapy journey.
The therapeutic relationship is central to effective counselling. If you feel your therapist is not the right fit, please speak with our team and we will be happy to find a better match for you. Your comfort and progress always comes first.
There is no waiting list at Talking Counselling. You can begin therapy straight after your assessment — sessions are typically available within a week. Monday to Saturday, 8am to 9pm.
Talking Counselling does not diagnose ADHD. However, therapy can significantly help with ADHD-related challenges — improving self-awareness, emotional regulation, focus, and confidence. If you need a formal diagnosis, we recommend speaking with your GP who can refer you to a specialist.
To attend online therapy you'll need: a device with a camera and microphone (laptop, tablet, or smartphone), a stable internet connection, and a private, quiet space where you won't be interrupted during your 50-minute session. Your secure video link will be sent via email before each appointment.
Not sure where to start?
Our team is happy to answer any questions before you book — no obligation, just a friendly conversation to help you decide if online therapy is right for you.
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You don’t have to struggle on
your own
Book your 1-hour assessment and take the first step.
No waiting lists, no hidden fees — just expert support tailored
to you.