Therapists in Tunbridge Wells

When choosing a therapist in Tunbridge Wells, look for someone who is registered with a recognised professional body such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or BACP. Check their training, experience with the difficulties you're facing, and whether they offer a free initial consultation. At The Tunbridge Wells Psychologist, all of our therapists are HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologists with doctoral-level training, and we offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can check the fit before booking.

Private therapy fees in Tunbridge Wells typically range from £75 to £160 per session depending on the therapist's training and experience. Our fees are £130 for online sessions and £145 for face-to-face sessions, reflecting the doctoral-level training of our Clinical Psychologists. We are also registered with all major health insurers including BUPA, AXA, Aviva, Cigna, Vitality, WPA and Healix. See our full fees page for more details.

"Therapist" is an umbrella term covering anyone who provides talking therapy, including counsellors, psychotherapists and clinical psychologists. The key differences are training and regulation. Clinical Psychologists complete doctoral-level training (typically 7+ years) and are protected by law via HCPC registration. Counsellors may complete diploma or degree-level training. All of the therapists at our practice are Clinical Psychologists, which means they can work with a wide range of difficulties from everyday anxiety to complex trauma. Read more about the differences.

Yes. Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people come to see our therapists. We offer evidence-based therapy for generalised anxiety, social anxiety, health anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and OCD. Our therapists are trained in CBT, ACT, EMDR, CFT and mindfulness-based approaches, and will match the right therapy to your needs.

Both options are available. We offer face-to-face therapy at our central Tunbridge Wells practice and online video sessions for clients across Kent and the wider UK. Online therapy is as effective as face-to-face for most difficulties and gives you more flexibility around work, childcare and travel.

No. You can contact us directly to book a free initial consultation with one of our therapists. A GP referral is not needed for private therapy. If you are using health insurance, your insurer may require a GP referral or pre-authorisation, so check with your provider before your first session.