Category: Counselling

Does counselling work? 5 numbers worth knowing first

October 13, 2026

Yes, counselling works, but the honest answer has more nuance than that one word. Here's what NHS data, effect-size research and dose-response studies actually say about how well it works,...

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How often should you have therapy? 4 factors that decide

October 8, 2026

There's no single correct answer to how often you should have therapy, but there is a sensible starting point and a set of factors that should move you off it....

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Choosing a therapist? 6 things that matter more than their qualifications

October 7, 2026

Qualifications tell you a therapist is safe to see. They don't tell you whether you'll actually open up to them. Here's what to check instead, and why the connection matters...

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Is Online Counselling Effective?

August 25, 2026

Since COVID, online therapy has become far more commonplace, and there’s now proper research on how it stacks up against in-person work. In short, online counselling is generally just as...

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How long does counselling take? Here’s what actually decides it

August 7, 2026

There isn't a clean number for how long counselling takes, and anyone who gives you one is guessing. Here's what actually determines it, what the NHS and private therapy timelines...