Is there any free counseling online?
You can opt for free online therapy options so that everyone suffering from mental health issues has an equally fair chance of finding relief. There are free and affordable online therapy options are available at the click of a button online. You can get free talking therapies, including counselling for depression, on the NHS. You do not need a referral from a GP. You can refer yourself directly to a talking therapies service. Or you can get a referral from a GP if you prefer. Therapy offers an opportunity to sort through your problems with another person. Sometimes, just talking about the things that are bothering you can help you to feel less burdened or overwhelmed. Talking to a therapist gives you an opportunity to open up to someone in a safe and confidential environment. Look for members of professional therapy associations such as BACP, BPS, UKCP, NCS and BABCP, which have directories. Or try the therapist-matching platform I founded, which uses a questionnaire to match your needs with others’ areas of expertise. The cost of therapy varies a lot. Community centers, hospitals, schools, and places of worship sometimes offer free or low-cost counseling. Many community organizations also host peer-support groups (groups run by people facing the same issues) and recovery groups which can provide additional care. To use this free service, you just need to text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States. You’ll then receive two automated responses that will invite you to a secure, online platform where a live, trained counselor will talk with you.