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A safe space to talk things through

You do not need a label, diagnosis, or perfectly formed reason to start counselling. Many people come because something feels stuck, heavy, overwhelming, or difficult to carry alone.

Counselling gives you a safe, confidential space to talk things through, make sense of what is happening, and begin to find a way forward at your own pace.

Why people choose St Martin’s Counselling

Professional counselling - Fairer fees - Easy access


Professional online counselling across the UK and face to face in Birmingham, provided by a registered charity, with clear fees and two straightforward ways to begin.

90% of clients start within 10 days*

*Based on clients starting counselling during the previous four months. Individual appointment availability may vary.

Clear fees from the start

Professionally governed counselling

No GP referral needed

Two simple ways to start

We offer two straightforward ways to begin. You can ask us to match you with a suitable counsellor or browse our qualified counsellors and choose for yourself.

Whichever option you choose, your counselling will operate within the same ethical, safeguarding and clinical governance framework.

DIRECT ACCESS COUNSELLING

Match me with a counsellor
£35 standard fee per session
£25 supported fee per session

We match you with a suitable counsellor based on your needs and availability. Both fees provide the same counselling service and the same professional, ethical and safeguarding standards.

You can choose our supported fee of £25 if paying £35 would make counselling difficult to afford.

CHOOSE YOUR COUNSELLOR

I want to choose my counsellor
£60 per session

Choose who you would like to work with from our associate counsellors based on their experience, approach, specialisms and availability

The £25 and £35 fees provide access to the same matched counselling service and the same professional, ethical and safeguarding standards. The supported fee is available where financial circumstances would otherwise make counselling difficult to access.

Counselling tailored to your needs

Everyone’s story is different. You may be looking for support with anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, relationship or family difficulties, low mood, workplace pressure, neurodivergence, identity, self-esteem, or simply feeling stuck.

You do not need to know exactly what is wrong before you begin. We can help you find the right counsellor and approach.

Safe, Confidential, and Ethically Grounded

Counselling depends on trust. Our counsellors work within clear ethical standards, regular supervision, and organisational oversight. Your information is handled securely. Confidentiality is only limited where there is a serious risk of harm or a legal or safeguarding duty.

Ready to take the next step?


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