Online Therapy
Access the same quality therapy you'd get in our London rooms — from wherever you are. Our online sessions connect you with qualified, accredited therapists via secure video, so you can get support without the commute.
How Online Therapy Works
Online therapy uses secure video conferencing to connect you with your therapist in real time. Sessions work exactly like face-to-face therapy — the same length (50 minutes), the same confidentiality, the same therapeutic approaches — just delivered through a screen instead of across a room.
All you need is a private space, a stable internet connection, and a device with a camera. Your therapist will send you a secure link before each session — no special software required.
Is Online Therapy Right for Me?
Online therapy suits most people and most issues. It's particularly helpful if you live outside London, have mobility challenges, a demanding schedule, or simply prefer the comfort of your own space. Research consistently shows that online therapy is as effective as in-person sessions for most conditions, including anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties.
Some therapeutic approaches that involve body work or physical techniques may be better suited to in-person sessions. If you're unsure, your therapist can help you decide what works best during your initial assessment.
Benefits of Online Therapy
Online therapy removes many of the barriers that can make it harder to start or continue with therapy.
No Location Limits
Work with any therapist in our directory, regardless of which London location they're based at. Geography is no longer a constraint.
Fits Your Schedule
No travel time means more flexibility. Easier to fit sessions around work, childcare, or other commitments.
Your Comfortable Space
Some people find it easier to open up in familiar surroundings. You choose the environment that feels safest for you.
Same Quality & Standards
Our online therapists meet exactly the same qualifications and accreditation standards as our in-person practitioners.
Secure & Confidential
Sessions use encrypted, GDPR-compliant video platforms. Your privacy is protected to the same standard as in-room sessions.
Low-Cost Options Available
Our low-cost therapy programme is available online as well as face-to-face, making therapy more accessible and affordable.
Learn about low-cost therapy→How to Start Online Therapy
The process is the same whether you choose online or in-person sessions.
Browse Online Therapists
Use our directory to find therapists who offer online sessions. You can filter by issue, therapeutic approach, and more to find the right match.
Book Your First Session
Once you've found a therapist, book directly through their profile. You'll receive a secure video link ahead of your session.
Connect From Anywhere
Join your session from any private space with a stable internet connection. Sessions are typically weekly and last 50 minutes, just like in-person therapy.
Online Therapy FAQs
Does HQ Therapy offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, many HQ Therapy therapists offer secure online sessions via video call. Online therapy is available for individual, couples, and teen therapy across all programmes and pricing options.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
For most concerns, yes. Research shows online therapy delivers equivalent outcomes to face-to-face sessions for conditions like anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. Some people actually find it easier to open up from the comfort of their own space. That said, certain approaches — particularly body-based therapies — may work better in person. Your therapist can help you decide what suits your situation.
How much does therapy cost at HQ Therapy?
It depends on the route you choose. Qualified therapists set their own fees, typically £50–£90 per session. Our low-cost programme with supervised trainee therapists ranges from £27 to £45 per session, depending on the number of sessions you commit to. An HQ Therapy Assessment is £25.
How do I choose a therapist?
You have two simple options at HQ Therapy. Use our therapist finder to browse profiles and choose someone yourself, or book an assessment where we’ll help match you with the right therapist. If the first therapist isn’t the right fit, we’ll help you find someone who is.
Find an Online Therapist
Browse our directory of qualified therapists offering secure online sessions.