The reality of therapy…

Yes there are moments of discomfort.

Therapy can bring up difficult emotions or memories as you confront unresolved issues. This is a normal part of the healing process. Our therapists will help you navigate these moments with care and support.

It’s a process that takes time

Therapy is not a quick fix, it’s a journey of personal and spiritual growth that takes time, patience and commitment. Progress may feel gradual, but over time, you’ll notice meaningful shifts in how you think, feel and behave.

After an initial consultation: free assesment and contracting you will receive:

Emotional support and validation

Therapy provides a non-judgement space of understanding with your chosen therapist. This can be incredibly healing if you have not been ‘seen or heard’ in the past.

A Safe, Confidential Space

Psychotherapy provides a non-judgmental, supportive environment where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Everything you discuss is confidential, creating a sense of safety and trust.

A Collaborative Relationship

Therapy is a partnership between you and I. We will work together to identify goals, explore challenges, and develop strategies for growth.I will guide and support you, but you are the expert on your own life.

Self-Exploration and Insight

Therapy encourages deep self-reflection, helping you understand your emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and patterns. You’ll gain insight into how past experiences may be influencing your present and how to make meaningful changes. Tools and

Strategies for Change

Therapy equips you with practical tools and techniques to manage stress, cope with challenges, and improve your well-being.These may include mindfulness practices, cognitive restructuring, communication skills, or relaxation techniques.

​Personal Growth and Empowerment

Beyond addressing specific problems, therapy fosters personal growth, helping you build self-awareness, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.

You’ll learn to trust yourself, make healthier choices, and live more authentically

While both psychotherapy and counselling provide meaningful benefits, the distinction between the two is frequently misunderstood.

Livewell is dedicated to the practice of psychotherapy — a comprehensive and typically longer-term approach that seeks to uncover the underlying causes of maladaptive behaviours. Through the exploration of past experiences, as well as subconscious and unconscious processes, psychotherapy facilitates a deeper understanding of the self. The ultimate aim is to foster authenticity, enabling individuals to reconnect with the person they were inherently meant to be before the imprint of life’s circumstances.

In contrast, counselling and CBT-focused interventions are generally shorter in duration, concentrating on immediate concerns and the establishment of practical, goal-oriented strategies for the future.

Both online and face to face therapy sessions are highly beneficial in addressing a range of mental health concerns. However, there are multiple pros for online therapy such as:

Online therapy having the potential to deliver similar results than in-person settings and this has been proven since the Covid pandemic.

Online therapy is safe and confidential. Therapists adhere to the UKCP code of conduct. The Livewell platform is UK GDPR compliant (Data Protection Act 2018).

For those navigating a busy schedule, having access to therapy when travelling, or for Expats, or others looking for therapy in their own language.

Having access to a top therapist, even if you don’t live nearby

Having a sense of intimacy, some people prefer to relax in familiar settings where they feel safer

If you avoid going out if anxiety, OCD, Illness or mobility issues make this a challenge.

There is little or no wait time to see a highly skilled therapist.

• Encryption & Secure Platforms: Most online therapy platforms use encrypted video calls and secure servers to protect sensitive information.

• Professional Standards: Therapists are bound by the same ethical and legal obligations as in-person sessions, including confidentiality agreements.

• Privacy Controls: Sessions are not typically recorded unless explicitly agreed upon, and therapists are required to ensure that conversations remain private.

• Regulatory Compliance: Platforms and practitioners must comply with data protection laws (such as GDPR in the UK or HIPAA in the US), ensuring client information is safeguarded

An in-depth initial online assessment will be carried out in a safe and gentle way, to gather comprehensive information about your psychological and emotional health.

We will ask about your therapy goals and what you would like to change in life and personally.

We get a picture of your history (family, personal, work, relationships, health & mental health) and experiences to develop an appropriate treatment plan and assign the most appropriate psychotherapist.

Sessions are held once a week (in special cases twice), at the same timeslot for 50 minutes, by video conferencing only.

Psychotherapy is longer term work with one chosen therapist that is boundaried.

We do not offer between session messaging or calls.

Yes at anytime, however it is recommended to allow for 8 weeks to enable a therapeutic alliance to form.

Use our online form or email us directly and we will respond within 3 working days.

The first step is a 50-minute assessment to get background history and fully understand the reasons for wanting therapy, to identify the most suitable therapist available. This initial session is charged at half price.

A preferred weekly time will be allocated and once confirmed, a video connection sent out before the session with attached payment request.

All out psychotherapists are UKCP accredited and have the highest qualifications and years of experience.

Online Assessment £65

Individual therapy £125 for 50 minutes

Couples counselling £145 for 60 minutes

Sessions are held at a set, agreed time each week.

Weekly attendance is important for therapy to progress.

Payment is taken in advance of each session by credit / debit card

Cancellation less than 72 hours before the session is billed at the full rate.

Data protection :

Livewell online therapy adheres to UK GDPR data protection law.