Find a registered therapist in Northern Ireland

A free directory of registered therapists, counsellors and other practitioners, including those working in Northern Ireland and online across the UK. Free to use and free to join.

Search practitioners in Northern Ireland

Therapist Circle is new and still growing, so there may be few or no practitioners listed near you yet. Many listed practitioners also work online, which can widen your choice. Find always shows the live list.

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Area search matches the town or area each practitioner gives on their profile. Map distance is not available yet.

Free and NHS routes in Northern Ireland

Private therapy isn’t the only option. These routes are free.

Health and social care services

In Northern Ireland, talking therapies through health and social care are usually arranged via your GP. nidirect explains how mental health services work.

nidirect: mental health services

Crisis support

Lifeline is Northern Ireland’s free crisis response helpline, open 24 hours.

Lifeline

Charities

Mind and other charities offer information, and some local groups offer free or low-cost counselling.

Mind

Choosing someone

Practitioners in Northern Ireland

If you’re a registered or accredited practitioner, you can list your practice free. There are no fees for listing or for clients.

Please note: Therapist Circle is a directory, not a provider of therapy. We do not give medical advice, and we do not endorse or guarantee any practitioner. Always check registration yourself on the public register. Links to other services are for information; we are independent and not affiliated with the NHS, any health board or trust, or any professional or regulatory body.

Not a crisis service. If you need urgent help, call 999 if life is at risk, or Samaritans free on 116 123 (24 hours).

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