What’s the difference between counselling and psychotherapy?

Whilst there is a huge amount of overlap, the key difference is that counselling focuses mainly on talking through problems, whereas psychotherapy tends towards employing specific techniques designed to help you change your behaviour patterns as well as come to terms with negative influences in your life. That is not to say that a counsellor will not provide coping strategies – rather that there is slightly more focus on doing this in a systematic way when you see a psychotherapist. Neither method is better than the other. It is a matter of personal preference and needs.

How long will online psychotherapy take?

Everyone is different and so are their problems. Some people see results in a matter of weeks or months – others benefit from years in psychotherapy. Your psychologist will give you a thorough assessment when you first meet, gaining an understanding of your specific problems and working with you to form a solid treatment plan.

Is online psychotherapy effective?

For many individuals, psychotherapy is considerably more effective than antidepressants alone. People who use talking therapies report fewer relapses than those relying only on medication. Exploring both current and past influences which are causing you distress can be traumatizing at first, but working through these things in a safe environment is, for many people, the key to a happier life.