Online Therapy
Online appointments are a simple and convenient option if you are busy, unable to travel, or if you would simply prefer to access therapy from the comfort of your own home. I offer online video appointments, so that we can connect face-to-face, in real time, similar to how we would if you were to come to my office. Some people find the idea of attending a therapist's office daunting, or would struggle to attend an in-person appointment due to work, family or other life commitments. Online therapy can also be an accessible option for those who are housebound by disability or illness.
All you need to attend an online therapy appointment is an internet connection, a laptop or computer with a camera, and a quiet space to talk, where you are unlikely to be disturbed. I use an online video system called Zoom, which functions in a similar way to Skype or FaceTime. Prior to our scheduled appointment, I will send you a link, which you simply click on when you are ready to begin talking with me. I use Zoom to maintain confidentiality, as it is more secure than systems such as Skype. Therapy sessions last approximately 50 minutes, as is the case with traditional in-person therapy. As with traditional therapy, everything that we discuss during your sessions is confidential. The only exception to this is if something you tell me gives me reason to believe that you or somebody else is at risk of serious harm. Under these exceptional circumstances I may need to break confidentiality for safeguarding reasons, but I would always do my best to seek your permission first.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
If you are ready to book a session with me, you can click here. I prefer to make contact with the person who will be attending the scheduled appointment ahead of time, and so please check your email after booking via the Harley website. I would also appreciate it if you could complete the online questionnaire via Harley, as this will give me an idea of what you are struggling with and how I might be able to help.
Need urgent help?
Please note that I cannot provide mental health crisis support. If you believe you may be experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact NHS 111 or make an emergency appointment with your G.P. If you feel you are at risk of seriously harming yourself or ending your life, this should be treated as an emergency and you need to call 999 or attend your nearest A&E department.
The Samaritans offer a free listening service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need to talk you can call them on 116123.
