Therapy Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank
Most people in the UK pay between £60 and £75 per session.
Aligned’s matching service is completely free. No hidden costs, no subscriptions, no surprises.
What Does Therapy Actually Cost?
Therapy with Aligned starts from £40. Most therapists charge £60-75 per session
Before you commit: Most therapists offer a free introductory consultation, usually 15 to 30 minutes, so you can meet them and decide if it's the right fit before paying for a full session.
About 40% of UK therapists charge in this range. Great quality care at accessible prices.
- Qualified, accredited therapists
- Online or in-person options
- Often includes concessions
- Usually out-of-city centre locations
Half of all therapists charge in this range. Where most clients find their perfect match.
- Experienced professionals
- Specialist expertise available
- Various modalities (CBT, EMDR, etc.)
- Mix of online & in-person
About 10% of therapists. Advanced specialisms or extensive experience in specific areas.
- Senior practitioners
- Complex trauma specialists
- Niche modalities
- City centre locations
How Does Payment Work?
Pricing and payments are kept simple, direct, and completely in your control.
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See Prices Upfront
When we send you a therapist match, you'll see their exact session rate before you decide to contact them. No surprises!
Choose How Often
Weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or ad-hoc. You and your therapist decide what works best. Stop or pause anytime.
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Pay Your Therapist Directly
You arrange payment directly with your therapist. Most accept bank transfer payments. Aligned never handles your money directly.
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Reduced Rate Therapy is Available
Financial barriers shouldn't stop you from getting help, and many therapists offer reduced rates. We ask about your budget so we can match you with therapists offering concession pricing if required.
Therapists may offer concessions* for:
Students currently enrolled in education
Low-income individuals earning below certain thresholds
Key workers including NHS, emergency services, and more
Unemployed individuals currently seeking employment
Armed forces personnel and veterans
Disabled individuals with accessibility requirements
* Concession rates typically reduce costs by £10–30 per session. For example, a £70 session might become £50 or even £40 with concessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Aligned’s price guarantee means that you won’t find the same therapist for cheaper elsewhere - our therapists charge the same price to those coming through the platform, as they do those who reach them directly.
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The best therapists won’t let anyone else dictate their pricing - and rightly so! All Aligned therapists therefore set their own prices. Their prices are usually determined by their level or type of training, their years of experience, and the location from which they are conducting therapy.
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Our therapists are independent professionals, not platform employees. They set their own rates based on their experience, specialisms, location, and overheads. This ensures they're fairly compensated for their expertise and can provide quality care.
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No. While therapy typically works best with consistency, you're never locked in. You can book one session at a time, pause, or stop whenever you need to. That said, most people find 6–12 sessions at least are required to give therapy time to work, and some therapists may ask you to mentally ‘commit’ yourself to giving therapy this long to be effective.
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This varies by therapist. Most will discuss their payment terms during your first contact. Some prefer payment after each session, but most will request payment before sessions.
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Tell us your budget during matching. There's no judgment. Many therapists offer concessionary rates (typically £10 to £30 off), and we can prioritise those therapists in your matches. The key is being upfront so we can find options that work for you.
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Standard therapy sessions are 50 minutes. Some therapists offer 60 or 90-minute sessions for specific needs. The session length and price will be clear when you receive your match and can be discussed with your therapist directly.
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To use your insurance, tell us during your signup process who you’re insured with. We can then try to seek out a for you who is an approved provider with your insurer.
To use your EAP, you usually need to go through them directly and they will place you with whichever therapists they have who are avaiable.