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Online therapy is ideal if you don’t want to travel or you’re pushed for time. Accessible via smartphone, tablet or home computer – any time day or night – this treatment option is designed to work around your schedule. What’s more, service reviews prove this option is just as effective as face-to-face treatments.

What is Supported Online Therapy?

Supported Online Therapy is an NHS-approved mental health treatment programme delivered through SilverCloud — a digital platform that helps people manage common mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression and low mood.

It combines structured online modules with regular support from a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP). This means you get the best of both worlds — the flexibility of online therapy with the guidance of a trained clinician.

Who is it for?

Supported Online Therapy is suitable for adults who are:

  • Experiencing mild to moderate anxiety
  • Feeling low in mood or depressed
  • Looking for flexible mental wellbeing support
  • Comfortable using a smartphone, tablet or computer

It’s particularly helpful if you have a busy schedule, inconsistent daily routine, or find it difficult to attend regular face-to-face appointments.

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If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, low mood or excessive worry, NHS Talking Therapies can provide you with advice, guidance and support.

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How does it work?

We offer a range of online programmes designed to support anxiety, depression and panic. Each programme is made up of 7–8 interactive modules that combine written content, short videos and practical activities.

You’ll work through the modules independently at a pace that suits you. Most people complete one 30–40 minute session per week over 8–10 weeks. Activities between sessions are an important part of helping you apply what you learn.

Throughout the programme, a dedicated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) will review your progress and provide regular guidance and encouragement. You can securely share your work and message your practitioner, allowing them to offer personalised support relevant to your needs.

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What to expect from Supported Online Therapy

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Online therapy for anxiety

This programme is about understanding how thoughts, feelings and behaviours are connected, increasing awareness of anxious thoughts, and learning practical tools to help manage anxiety day to day.

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Online therapy for depression

This programme is about recognising patterns in thoughts and behaviours linked to depression, and developing tools to help improve your wellbeing.

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Online therapy for panic

This programme is about helping you understand panic attacks, recognising triggers and physical symptoms, and learning practical techniques to reduce panic and feel more in control.

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Why choose Supported Online Therapy?

Many people choose supported online therapy because it offers flexible, accessible support, allowing them to build skills that fit around work, family and everyday life.

  • ✔ Flexible access
  • ✔ Faster access to help
  • ✔ Professional support
  • ✔ Evidence based
  • ✔ Confidential
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How to get started in three easy steps

1. Complete a self referral

Start by completing a free self-referral to NHS Talking Therapies. You’ll be asked a few questions about how you’re feeling so we can understand your needs and guide you to the most appropriate support.

2. Have a short assessment

A trained clinician will get in touch to talk through your difficulties, answer any questions and discuss the treatment options available. This helps ensure you’re offered the right type of support, which may include Supported Online Therapy.

3. Get started with your online programme

If Supported Online Therapy is recommended, you’ll be set up on the programme and supported by a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. You’ll work through weekly online modules at your own pace, with regular check-ins and guidance throughout.

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Testimonials

What our patients say

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The course was very helpful for dealing with my anxiety and worrying behaviour. It gave me tools and methods to use which are helpful in controlling my symptoms.

George, Kent & Medway

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From the workbooks to the discussions during the group sessions I found myself worrying less and finding difficult situations easier to manage. The staff members running the sessions were professional but also personal, they made me feel calm and listened too. I am have been able to continue to use the techniques taught when I have encountered tough moments.

Jacqueline, Leicester

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Having access to a talking therapy webinar once a week for 6 weeks helped me immediately instead of waiting to speak to a therapist. The sessions were informative and played a crucial role in my healing process. The work books provided by the service gave me the tools to practice in my own time and when and if negative thoughts occurred I could put the tools learned to practice straight away.

Dan, Bristol

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The webinar course helped me to identify my anxiety and think of practical strategies to help myself.

Amar, Calderdale

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The therapist spoke in a confident but calm and gentle manner and every stage of the course was explained in an easily understandable way. I felt that, although it was a group therapy session, the therapist was talking just to me as an individual, but with the benefit of comments/answers from other members of the group during the Slido polls, which I found beneficial.

Anna, Nottingham

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I know 100%, without your help I would not have got the job or felt prepared for any of the interviews I’ve had, as I had no clue how to conduct myself in the right manner with my anxiety, but you really made me feel so calm and relaxed right from the first call, and gave me all I needed to feel confident in the interviews.

Employment Support Service User

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You really did change my life for the better and therefore I wanted to email to show you my gratitude. I’ll be forever grateful.

Employment Support Service User

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I just wanted to tell you because you were a massive reason I was able to get this job in the first place. 

Employment Support Service User

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I just wanted to let you know I passed my probation period, and also got promoted to a higher role!

Employment Support Service User

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Nick was very calm, clear and compassionate. He didn’t judge in any way and, considering I was very nervous and apprehensive having never done a talking therapy before, he made the process easy

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