Questions & Answers | Your therapy guide (updated q&a page)

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Oct 29
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🌿 Frequently Asked Questions | Very Therapy

Welcome — this page answers some of the most common questions people ask about counselling, therapy, and finding the right support.

At Very Therapy, we offer professional, accredited, online counselling for adults and children (8+), specialising in anxiety, trauma, phobias, loss, and addictions.

🧠 About Counselling & Therapy

Q: What’s the difference between counselling and therapy?

A: Counselling often focuses on current challenges, while therapy may explore deeper, long-term patterns. At Very Therapy, we integrate both — helping you heal, understand yourself, and move forward with confidence.

Q: How do I know if I need therapy?

A: If you’re feeling anxious, stuck, overwhelmed or want personal growth, therapy can help. You don’t have to wait until things feel unmanageable — support can start at any stage.

Q: What happens in a counselling session?

A: Sessions are calm, confidential and focused entirely on you. You’ll have time to talk freely about what’s going on, explore emotions, and work towards clarity and peace of mind.

Q: Is therapy confidential?

A: Yes — everything you share remains private. The only exception is if there’s a risk of serious harm to the client or others, or to comply with a court order, child abuse, or other illegal activities like drug trafficking or terrorism. in which case we’d discuss next steps together.

Q: What if I don’t know what to say or get emotional?

A: That’s completely okay. Some people come with lists and some don't know where to start, there is no expectations or right/wrong way. — we go at your pace, and emotions are always welcome no judgements at all.

❤️ Finding the Right Therapist

Q: How do I find the right counsellor for me?

A: Look for someone qualified, experienced, and accredited. At Very Therapy, our counsellor is senior accredited (NCPS) with 15+ years’ experience supporting complex conditions, trauma, anxiety, loss, phobias and all in between.

Q: What qualifications should a UK therapist have?

A: Therapists should be registered with a professional body such as BACP or NCPS, showing they meet high ethical and clinical standards.

Q: What’s the difference between a counsellor, psychotherapist, psychologist and psychiatrist?

Counsellors / Psychotherapists: Talk-based therapy for emotional wellbeing.
Psychologists: Assess and treat with psychological methods.
Psychiatrists: Medical doctors who diagnose and prescribe medication.

Very Therapy provides qualified counselling and psychotherapy support.

Q: Can I change my therapist if it doesn’t feel right?

A: Yes. It’s important that therapy feels comfortable and safe. You’re always free to change if needed.

💬 Online Therapy

Q: Does online counselling really work?

A: Yes — research shows it’s as effective as face-to-face therapy. It’s private, flexible and ideal if you prefer to speak from home or a place of your choice, the only thing we would need is that you are in a place where no one else can hear you and you feel safe.

Q: Is online counselling confidential and secure?

A: Absolutely. Sessions are held via encrypted, professional platforms. Your privacy is protected at every step.

Q: What if I feel awkward on video?

A: That’s normal at first! Most clients relax quickly. You can even start with the camera off if you prefer.

Q: What happens if the connection drops?

A: We’ll simply reconnect or continue via phone — your session time is never lost. (please t&c's page for more details)

💸 Cost & Access

Q: How much does therapy cost?

A: Very Therapy offers flexible online counselling either;

- individually booked when you want to at £60 per session

- handy monthly subscription — £240/month, including one 50-minute session per week, email support, flexible times, and priority booking.

Q: Why is therapy an investment?

A: Fees reflect professional qualifications, supervision, and ongoing preparation between sessions. You’re not just paying for time — you’re investing in lasting change.

Q: Do you offer free or discounted sessions?

A: We currently offer competitive subscription plans to ensure consistency, quality, and priority access for all clients, however in certain circumstance's we can offer reduced cost sessions.

Q: What’s included in my subscription?

A:✔ 1 x 50-minute session weekly

✔ Email support between sessions

✔ Flexible booking and priority access

✔ Safe, online therapy space from anywhere

🧩 Common Issues & Therapy Focus

Q: Can therapy help with anxiety or panic attacks?

A: Yes — we'll explore the roots of your anxiety, what it feels like for you, how it impacts your day to day and create induvial ways that are tailored just for you. our aim is to help you regain control and calm when everything may feel overwhelming and exhausting.

Q: Can therapy help with trauma or PTSD?

A: Definitely. We use trauma-informed approaches to ensure you feel safe, supported and empowered as you heal.

Q: Can therapy help with phobias like emetophobia or acrophobia?

A: Yes. Very Therapy specialises in phobia programmes, helping you to take control back of your thoughts and life, our programmes comes from years of working with people who have extreme fears and helping them to be free from them, we proudly do not use exposure therapy but more focus on you and getting you internally strong and getting results.

Q: Can therapy support addiction?

A: Yes — therapy helps to gain control back, whilst healing what may have drove you to the addiction in the first place, instead of generic tools we will establish unique ways especially for you designed for at you're pace. Maybe your addicted to alcohol, drugs, gaming, sex , shopping or something else, we are here to help, this is there as your safety mechanism and we respect that and do it to a way that works for you whilst getting results.

Q: Can you support me through bereavement, endings or loss ?

A: Yes, this is something Very Therapy specialise in. From sudden or expected death, miscarriages, or endings of jobs, relationships, home. We can help hold you and find a way to manage emotions and make sense of things that feel overwhelming or stuck.

Q: What if therapy didn’t help before?

A: Many clients come to us after previous therapy and find progress with a fresh approach. Every therapist and relationship is different — it’s never too late to try again.

🌱 The Therapy Process

Q: How do I prepare for my first session?

A: Just bring yourself. We’ll talk about what brings you here and what you hope to achieve. You don’t need to plan anything (unless you want to).

Q: How long will I need therapy?

A: It varies — some benefit after a few months, others prefer ongoing support. We review progress regularly so you’re always in control.

Q: What approaches do you use?

A: We use an integrative approach, blending person-centred, CBT, solution focused therapy, TA and trauma-informed techniques — tailored and unique to you and what you need in the session.

Q: Do you give advice?

A: Therapy isn’t about telling you what to do — it’s about helping you find your own answers and confidence in a way that empowers you to know.

🕊️ Emotional Concerns

Q: Can I talk about things I’ve never told anyone?

A: Yes — this is your confidential, judgement-free space to share whatever you need. Sometimes people can find it easier as a counsellor we do not know your friends, family, workplace so there is less worry of feeling like they may find out or being a burden to others, we are trained for this.

Q: What if I’m embarrassed or scared to open up?

A: Many people feel that way. We’ll go at your pace — never faster than you’re ready. We've got you and just reaching out for support can be a huge thing in itself, we are on your side and here for you.

Q: Can therapy help with family or relationship issues?

A: Yes — therapy helps you understand patterns, communicate better, and build healthier connections.

Q: What if I don’t know what’s wrong?

A: That’s completely okay. Therapy helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings, even if you can’t name them yet.