To ask about non-work hours therapy?

[ThatLovingPear]

It may be because I live in a very rural area, but I am finding it impossible to find a therapist/counsellor who works outside of 9-5, Mon-Fri. These are the times I work, very strictly, and I'd really like a weekly or fortnightly therapist to sort my life out with me, and I'm finding it really hard to find one. Can I ask how you all manage it? It's easier in cities, I suppose, with more choice. What about online options? I've heard awful things about BetterHelp - are there alternatives? Is online as good?? TIA

I found a therapist that I see weekly at 5pm, I found her through BACP and she sees clients online too.
I wanted in person because it would be manic at home with DCs there but quite a few people seem to like online.

I’ve never been a big fan of online myself but have done it a bit with a therapist I already knew. It’s a lot better than nothing.

I think Psychology Today lets you filter search results by evening availability. If not Counselling Directory might

Do you know anyone seeing a therapist that they’d recommend? Sometimes if you speak to the therapist and explain what you’re looking for they’ll adjust their hours - I’ve negotiated outside my published working hours for particular clients so it might be worth phoning a couple and asking if you’ve not already done that. Individual therapists will often offer online sessions post Covid which can be a good option if you find the right person.

My trouble is that there isn't anybody local to me doing evenings and weekends! As I say, I am very remote and only have a handful to choose from anyway. Interesting idea to find an in-person one and then move to online though, maybe that would work

This is a great idea - thank you!

My friend is a counsellor who does online evening work. Her most popular slot is 9pm-10pm.

How interesting - I can see why in our busy world!

I have a lot of time for online. I have used online therapists and coaches and the beauty is that there is a much wider net so you can find someone you click with or who has expertise in the area you want help with.

Have a look at the BACP directory, or possibly specialist organisations for the issue you want help with.

Strongly avoid Betterhelp, but many therapists offer online work now. Look for one you like the look of, or ask for recommendations.