Therapy process & expectations
Most initial therapy sessions lead to 2-3 further sessions as part of an assessment phase. This allows your therapist to formulate a comprehensive understanding of you, your concerns and your goals. It is very difficult to determine how long therapy will last for each individual, but many clients find this assessment phase insightful in its own right. Most clients continue with regular weekly therapy sessions. Your therapist will discuss this with you based on a thorough evaluation of your needs.
Working closely with a therapist often can lead to significant improvements in our clients' lives. It is not only the therapeutic techniques or the effort you invest in therapy; the relationship you build with your therapist is a key driver of change. Many clients find therapy not only transformative but also enjoyable. It is one of the most powerful methods of self-care and we hope you will experience its many benefits.
It's a big step to begin thinking about starting therapy to help with your difficulties. We applaud everyone who makes this decision to search for a therapist.
We look forward to helping you!
In the press
Our passion for therapy and mental health regularly makes headlines in the UK and international media. Take a look at some of our recent commentary, articles, radio and television coverage.
Our story
Harley Therapy was founded in 2006 by psychotherapist Dr Sheri Jacobson (PhD, MA, MSc, PG Dip). Sheri saw that it was difficult to find and access high-quality therapy with trusted clinicians. Harley Therapy set out to change this, empowering individuals to benefit from dedicated care with the most experienced and vetted professionals in the field from our first-rate London clinic rooms.
Our Founder - Dr. Sheri Jacobson (PhD, MA, MSc, PG Dip)
Sheri has over twenty years of experience in psychotherapy, previously working within the NHS and at charities including Mind and Mencap, before setting up the Harley Therapy clinics in 2006. From the start, Sheri has passionately championed the de-stigmatisation of therapy and worked tirelessly to position mental health as the positive, mainstream topic it deserves to be.
Regularly delivering talks and appearing in media outlets including in The Times, Telegraph, and the BBC, Sheri continues to raise awareness about psychological health and psychotherapy.
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Awards
Harley Therapy is proud to have been named "Most Patient-Focused Psychotherapy Services Provider - London” in the 2023 Social Care Awards. We were also recognised as one of the UK's Fastest Growing Impact Companies by the FT.
Governance
Sheri Jacobson oversees the day-to-day running of the group. We maintain rigorous quality and health and safety standards across all of Harley Therapy’s premises.
Scope of work
Harley Therapy is not a healthcare provider.
We are proud to provide a safe, professional, and supportive environment for independent clinicians and their clients. All clinical care, assessments, and treatment decisions are made by the practitioner, ensuring that your therapy or psychiatric care is expert and personalised.
Our mission & values
We're on a mission to help individuals change their lives for the better through the highest quality professional support. Our goal is to raise the standards of private psychological care, representing psychotherapy and counselling at its finest.
We believe in:
- The potential within each person for healing and growth
- The importance of meaningful human connection
- The transformative power of therapy in a safe, supportive therapeutic relationship.
Confidentiality
Your privacy and safety are paramount and we ensure your details are protected. We have maintained our registration with the Information Commissioner's Office since 2007 (no. Z9901252). Our online booking form is hosted on a dedicated SSL server page to secure your personal details. To read about how we handle your electronic data, please see our privacy policy. Our therapists are bound by their professional organisation's ethical rules, which includes confidentiality and client safety.
Work with us
Periodically, we have rooms and optional admin services available for affiliate therapists, as well as other posts. See our latest opportunities.
Funding
Harley Therapy and its website is self-funded and does not accept external sponsorship. See our full disclaimer.
Advertising
Harley Therapy and its website do not accept or host any advertisement.
Feedback
We appreciate your constructive feedback so that the therapists can better serve existing and future clients. Please email us at help[at]harleytherapy[dot]com to submit any comments you have about how we can improve.
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