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Here's what each type actually means.
Search any therapy/model and we’ll explain it clearly. Or type the name of a therapist, counsellor, or psychologist you’ve heard of — and we’ll use that to explain what kind of therapy they offer.
You don’t need to know anything going in. Whether you’re exploring therapy for the first time or comparing options, this is a judgment-free guide written in plain English — reviewed by a qualified clinical psychologist.
Browse every therapy type
31 approaches, each explained in plain English — what it is, who it helps, and what actually happens in sessions. Compare any of them side by side.
You'll leave here feeling more confident about where to start
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Search or browse
Type any therapy name, symptom, or therapist, counsellor, or psychologist you’ve come across — or just scroll through the library.
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Get a plain-English explanation
No jargon. We explain what each therapy does, who it helps, and what you’d actually experience in a session.
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Feel confident enough to take the next step
Walk away with a clearer picture — confident enough to ask a GP, therapist, or counsellor for what you need by name.
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A plain-English guide to therapy — for anyone figuring out where to start.
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