For guidance on the different types of talking treatments available, refer to the National Mind website.

There is currently no overall regulatory body for counselling and psychotherapy. However, there are a number of professional organisations, and some of the main ones are listed here. Always check that your counsellor or therapist is accredited by an organisation with a code of ethics, insurance and a complaints procedure.

For assistance in making a complaint about a counsellor or therapist (or any other health or social care professional):
 
Witness - www.popan.org.uk