A free consultation is when you make an appointment to discuss your situation with Your Online Therapist without paying. The purpose of a free consultation is to provide a potential client with information regarding the services that I provide. It is also a chance for me to gather information from the potential client and to explain if and how I can help them.
For meaningful change to occur, a minimum number of sessions is typically needed. Research shows that generally for acute symptoms six to eight sessions are effective. Many people will reach their goals in around 12 to 20 sessions. And many others benefit from longerterm work over several years. We're flexible to work with you as long as you need and will support you as long as it helps. At the start, it will help to see your therapist weekly.
Online therapy, in most cases, is just as effective as face-to-face therapy, but for people who are experiencing deep and severe mental health issues in person counselling would be more suitable. Online therapy is a very useful method for people who do not have the opportunity for face-to-face therapy due to obstacles such as time and space, and who have a disorder that prevents them from going out. With online therapy, it is possible to do therapy no matter where the client or therapist is in the world.
You will need a stable internet connection, a device with a webcam and microphone, and a private and quiet place to participate in the session. Ensure your internet is up and running before your session to optimise your appointment without wasting time finding a better connection.
It is essential to do your due diligence and contact your insurance provider to understand the specifics of your coverage. With the correct information for your specific requirements, you can pursue online therapy and access the support you need.
To cancel a therapy appointment, please notify your therapist at least 24 hours prior to the planned session. Cancellations that are made within one days of the session will be subject to a cancellation charge for the full session amount, subject to the therapist’s discretion.
Professional registration bodies are member organisations for therapists and counsellors, most of which are approved by the Professional Standards Authority. These professional bodies accredit training degrees, so that you know the training your therapist has undergone is of a good standard. As Your Online Therapist I am verified by British Psychological Society (BPS) Graduate Membership (GMBPsS)
Psychotherapy (also called talk therapy) refers to a variety of treatments that aim to help a person identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. Most psychotherapy takes place one-on-one with a licensed mental health professional or with other patients in a group setting.
Teletherapy, also known as online therapy, e-therapy, e-counselling, or cyber-counselling, involves providing mental health services and support over the internet. Services can be offered through email, text messaging, video conferencing, online chat, messaging, or internet phone.
Your Online Therapist understands that your privacy is important to you and that you care about how your personal data is used and shared online.
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We respect and value the privacy of everyone who visits this website, and in a manner that is consistent with our obligations and your rights under the law.
All personal data is processed and stored securely, for no longer than is necessary in light of the reason(s) for which it was first collected. We will comply with our obligations and safeguard your rights under the Data Protection Act 1998 or GDPR at all times.
Once treatment starts, Your Online Therapist will not ask for any details or discussed content of that therapy. Your therapist is a professional providing therapy independently under their own training, registration, and professional codes of conduct, which means what you discuss remains fully confidential between you and your therapist.
All information you tell your therapist is shared under the understanding that they are bound by their own code of ethics and Data Protection or GDPR laws and can discuss this with you at the start of therapy.
Please note - if your therapist believes you are at risk to yourself or another person, they will have to break this confidentiality agreement in line with what they believe to be clinically the safest plan for you.
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