Online Counselling

How it works?

Counselling online is available using either Zoom or Skype™ online services. 

For Zoom you do not need an account - your therapist will email you a link to join a private session. Accessing the link will download some client software to your device which enables you to join our private video meeting room.

For Skype you will need to set-up your own free Skype™ account (click here).

If you prefer to talk without a visual link then the camera can be turned off (although it is best to use the camera with this service)

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When to consider online counselling?:

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• If you are in a remote location and find it difficult to travel to our venue

• If the nature of your psychological or physical difficulties makes it difficult for you to leave the house

• If you are uncomfortable meeting in an unfamiliar environment

• If you are under time pressure (​no need to travel for counselling)

• If you are away from home from time to time, you don’t have to miss your session - just need an internet connection, your device and a private space

• If you have high levels of social anxiety and want to work on this, maybe start by counselling online with a view to moving to face to face as part of the therapy

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When not to consider online counselling?:
 

• If you are experiencing profound mental health issues and/or feeling suicidal. (Please contact your GP or local hospital without delay.  Alternatively contact the Samaritans by telephone 116 123 or online at jo@samaritans.org)

• If you do not have access to a private and confidential space. You need to be able to talk openly and freely without being overheard

• Isolation may become an issue when dealing with emotional difficulties

• Some find online counselling too 'cold' and distant and find the therapeutic relationship feels more authentic when in the room, face to face 

• Some believe the more subtle dynamic aspects of the therapeutic relationship require being in the room with the counsellor

Interested?

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Before proceeding further please click the link below, "Points to consider", for more detailed information on the implications and requirements for online counselling.

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Remember, we are always happy to answer any questions you may have so please don't hesitate to get In touch.