Therapy Hackney

Who would you want as your therapist in Hackney? Therapy in London helps you find a therapist near you who you truly connect to, with qualified, verified counsellors covering E8 and E9, seeing clients in person and online. Considering therapy in Hackney? You don't have to have the punchline ready.

Hackney's had a stage since 1901

The Hackney Empire has been making people laugh for well over a century, and it says something about how a lot of us cope. Being funny can be a real talent, and also a very good hiding place.

• Hackney Empire: opened as a music hall in 1901.
• Hackney Town Hall: built between 1934 and 1937.
• Getting there: Hackney Central and Hackney Downs are the two Overground stations.

This guide's for E8 and E9. Browse every therapist we list in Hackney.

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Are you always the funny one?

Humour is brilliant, and it can also be armour. If you're the one who cracks a joke when things get heavy, it's probably how you've kept yourself safe. It's just that nobody gets to see what's underneath.

It might help to talk to someone if you're noticing:

• Anxiety that you turn into a joke before anyone spots it
• Low self-esteem that sits under the confident act
• Depression that's easier to laugh off than to admit

Nobody's going to make you stop being funny. A counsellor just gives you somewhere you don't have to be. The links above go to pages on each of these. You don't have to explain it neatly. A counsellor is used to messy first attempts.

What's the vetting like?

There's a check before anyone appears on the site, and after that it's all down to you. Nobody sends you a counsellor you haven't picked. Read a few, trust your instincts, and send a message when one feels right.

Every therapist listed has been checked for:

• Registration with their professional body
• Relevant qualifications and experience
• The specialisms they actually practise

Can I have counselling online in Hackney?

Yes. Many counsellors offer video sessions, which suits shift patterns and messy diaries far better than a fixed slot in an office. Sessions at home also save the commute and the small talk on the way there.

Can I get free therapy in Hackney?

Yes, through the NHS. City & Hackney Talking Therapies is open to people who live in, or are registered with a GP in, the City and Hackney area. Or use Therapy in London if you want to pick who you see. The page explains what happens after you refer.

Is it pricey to see a counsellor in Hackney?

It depends on the counsellor. They each set their own fees, and the profiles are the place to compare. Putting a couple side by side often makes the choice clearer.

Fancy going wider? Counsellors are also listed in Bethnal Green and Stratford.

Who's heard the real answer when they ask how you are?

Are you considering starting therapy? Find your perfect counsellor today.

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