Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Affordable Counselling Services in London
Help Counselling is a London-based charity dedicated to providing accessible mental health support to adults over 18. With over six decades of experience, we specialise in affordable short- and long-term talking therapies, addressing complex mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Our services combine online and face-to-face sessions, delivered by trainee therapists under rigorous supervision, ensuring both client care and professional development.We prioritise long-term therapeutic relationships, offering flexible scheduling and multilingual support to meet diverse needs. As a registered charity, we rely on public support to subsidise costs, maintaining our commitment to removing financial barriers to mental health care while fostering the next generation of therapists through supervised clinical placements.
Services
Counselling
Online Counselling
Face-to-Face Counselling
Couples Therapy
Language-Specific Counselling
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer weekly counselling from 30 online or 40 in-person with flexible payment options.
- Our trainee therapists work under fortnightly clinical supervision from BACP/UKCP-registered professionals.
- We provide long-term therapy with no session limits, focusing on sustained mental health improvement.
- Multilingual support available in 15+ languages, including Mandarin, French, and Spanish.
- We match clients to therapists based on readiness and skills, ensuring safe, effective care.
What people say
Affordable rates
Long-term therapy
Multilingual support
Experienced supervision
Flexible scheduling
Services
Counselling
Our core counselling service provides weekly 50-minute sessions with trainee therapists under clinical supervision. Clients receive tailored support for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues, with no session limits to ensure sustained progress. Sessions start at 30 online or 40 in-person, with concessions available based on circumstances.
Online Counselling
Access therapy remotely through secure video sessions starting at 30 per week. Ideal for clients seeking flexibility, this service offers the same rigorous therapist supervision and long-term support as in-person sessions, with availability typically within 2-4 weeks of assessment.
Face-to-Face Counselling
Conduct sessions at one of our six London locations starting at 40 weekly. This service combines traditional therapeutic environments with our commitment to long-term care, though availability may vary due to high demand for physical appointments.
Language-Specific Counselling
Receive support in 15+ languages including Mandarin, French, and Spanish. While assessments occur in English, we arrange translators to ensure non-English speakers access culturally competent care, reflecting our commitment to inclusive mental health services.
Couples Therapy
Address relationship challenges through joint sessions designed to improve communication and resolve conflicts. This service, launching soon, will maintain our affordability standards while providing structured support for couples navigating personal or emotional difficulties together.
Questions
How do I book an assessment?
Complete our online enquiry form to schedule a 60-minute assessment at £25. Self-referral is available through our website.
What are your session costs?
Online sessions start at £30 weekly, in-person at £40. Concessions available based on financial circumstances.
Do you offer long-term therapy?
Yes, we provide open-ended therapy with no session limits, focusing on sustained mental health improvement.
Are your therapists qualified?
Our therapists are trainees under fortnightly clinical supervision from BACP/UKCP-registered professionals.
Can I get counselling in another language?
We offer sessions in 15+ languages, with translators arranged if needed for non-English assessments.
Do you accept crisis cases?
We cannot support crisis situations. For emergencies, contact Samaritans on 116123 or attend A&E.
Reviews (2)
Christel Hayes
Oct 23, 2020
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I got exceptional help which changed my life. My counsellor was truly amazing, patient, gifted, kind and highly qualified. Quiet, cosy surroundings. Truly awesome
Jose Albaladejo
May 28, 2018
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I have just finished my six weeks with Help and I just want to say thank you, my therapist has really helped me understand myself better , I know can be more kind with myself and others and be aware of certain patterns. I'd recommend anyone going through a challenging time to get done help. Thank you!
