Structure, Services & Fees
Do you struggle to make time for in-person therapy appointments?
The Allegory Practice offers confidential online therapy in a safe and supportive space, from the comfort of your own home.
I am a fully qualified counsellor and trainee psychologist specialising in helping individuals navigate a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties.
Sessions that are missed or cancelled in less than 48 hours will be charged in full unless there are extenuating circumstances.
The preferred form of payment is through bank transfer at least 48 hours before the session to confirm your attendance.
Services and fees:
Free 30-minute telephone consultation
1-2-1 counselling for 50 minutes: £120
1-2-1 supervision for 60 minutes: £150
1-2-1 supervision for 90 minutes: £180
Couples therapy for 60 minutes £250
Sliding scale fees
Therapy can be expensive. To make my services more accessible I offer payment plans or sliding scale fees.
Supervision can be expensive. To make my services more accessible I offer payment plans or sliding scale fees.
Contact me today to book an appointment and take the first step towards positive change.
Invest in yourself: how therapy can help you thrive
Feeling overwhelmed by stress?
Struggling to reach your goals?
Therapy can be a powerful tool for personal growth and positive change.
Online Therapy
Do you find the idea of traditional therapy daunting?
Don’t let location or busy schedules hold you back from getting the support you deserve. The allegory practice offers confidential online therapy in a safe and supportive space, from the comfort of your own home.
Contact me today to book an appointment and take the first step towards positive change.
At The Allegory Practice, we believe that everyone deserves to life a fulfilling life. We offer a supportive and confidential space where you can explore your challenges, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and improve on oneself.
Here are just a few ways therapy can benefit you:
- Manage stress and anxiety.
- Gain new perspectives on challenges.
- Improve communication and relationships.
- Boost self-esteem and confidence.
- Increase overall wellbeing.
Just like taking your car to the mechanic for regular maintenance, therapy is an investment in your mental health. By addressing your emotional wellbeing, be better equipped to handle life’s challenges and achieve what you wish to achieve.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discuss how therapy can help you achieve your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to navigate your challenges alone. At The Allegory Practice, we provide a supportive and confidential space where you can heal, grow, and work towards thriving.
Here are some common concerns people have about starting therapy:
- Fear of the unknown: therapy is a collaborative process. We’ll work together to define your goals and create a personalised plan to help you achieve them.
- Feeling like you can’t cope on your own: everyone needs support sometimes. A therapist can provide a listening ear, offer new perspectives, and equip you with healthy coping mechanisms.
- Worries about cost: therapy is an investment into your mental health and emotional wellbeing. We offer flexible payment options to make therapy accessible.
What is counselling?
Counselling is not about giving you advice but allowing you to come to your conclusions and finding a way that sits well with you. At The Allegory Practice we work towards empowerment.
Still unsure if therapy is right for you? Contact us today for a free consultation. We’re happy to answer your questions and help you decide if therapy could benefit you.
Why do people seek therapy?
Improved wellbeing: people seek therapy to feel better. Here at The Allegory Practice we specialise in helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, or depression, and achieving the goals you wish to achieve.
Enhanced relationship: therapy can improve communication skills and conflict resolution. Here at The Allegory Practice we specialise in helping individuals build stronger relationships with partners, family, and friends.
Increased productivity: mental health struggles can impact work performance. Here at The Allegory Practice we specialise in helping individuals overcome challenges that might be hindering their work performance.
What type of counselling do I get?
At The Allegory Practice, we understand that everyone has unique needs and requirements. That’s why we offer personalised treatment plans tailored specifically for you.
We utilise an integrative approach derived from the following therapeutic approaches:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Person-centred Therapy
- Psychotherapy
- Systemic Therapy
How is the therapy delivered?
At The Allegory Practice, we understand that everyone has different preferences when it comes to therapy. That’s why we offer a variety of flexible options to meet your needs:
- Remote Therapy: We utilise secure online video platforms via zoom, MS Teams, or doxy to provide confidential and effective therapy, all at the convenience and comfort of your own home.
- In-Person Therapy: If you prefer face-to-face interaction, we also offer in-person therapy sessions a tour conveniently located office: 5 Brayford Square, London, E1 0SQ, England.
- Teletherapy: If you prefer working via telephone, we offer this service and can provide a confidential and effective therapy, all at the convenience and comfort of your own home.
No matter which option you choose, you’ll receive the same high-quality therapy in a safe and supportive environment. We can help you decide which modality is the best fit for you during your initial consultation.
What appointment slots do you have available?
- Practice Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
- Appointment slots: 8 am till 8 pm
How do I make an appointment?
Feel free to contact me by email, text, or phone. I offer an initial 30-minute telephone consultation,
- Feel free to call: 020 3657 8199 from 8 am till 11 pm
- If your call is missed, please feel free to leave a message and we will do our best to return your call.
- Email: aniqa@theallegorypractice.co.uk
- Fill out a contact form
How long is a counselling session and how many sessions do I need?
- 50-minute sessions
- The number of sessions is usually contextually dependent as various aspects would need to be considered.
- Book each session as you go along.
Once you’ve started counselling you may find that you only need a few sessions that have helped support you in making the desired changes to your life. If it is that you need more long-term work this will be reviewed with you regularly.
How frequent should my sessions be?
- Weekly counselling is recommended.
- However, some come more often, and others attend less frequently.
- Once again this is all contextually dependent and can be discussed with you in greater detail so feel free to book in for a free consultation.
What can I expect during my first counselling session?
Nearly everyone feels, anxious, nervous, worried, or even confused when having their first counselling session. This is okay. My job is to support you in feeling comfortable and safe within the session.
I will ask what brought you to therapy and if you have any questions for me. I will listen and ask questions to explore your situation further. I may offer different perspectives utilising psychological information as I believe this can help support us to better understand ourselves.
It also encourages us to find a sense of direction once we build an understanding thereby supporting us to navigate towards positive change. This is your time. Your sessions. Your narrative.
Confidentiality and safeguarding?
- Everything that you share during therapy is confidential to the allegory practice.
- The only exception would be if there was going to be serious harm to someone else or themselves or if there were going to be any child safeguarding concerns.
- Computerised notes are usually made at the end of the session which again is confidential to the allegory practice.
- There are statutory requirements which must be met, and these are outlined in the paperwork which will be sent to you before we begin our work together.
How can I find out more about counselling?
- Have a look at the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) website.
- We recommend a book: “Therapy is magic” by Jo Love, to help support you in understanding all the options that are available to you within the UK. It also helps build an understanding on what therapy entails.
How do I know my counsellor is legitimate?
Look at the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) website therapist register: bacp.co.uk
To find out more or to book an appointment:
Email: aniqa@theallegorypractice.co.uk
Phone or text: 020 020 3657 8199 or 020 3657 8190
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