A UK first
Avatar Therapy — Anonymous Online Counselling Without Showing Your Face
Avatar therapy is a form of online therapy where you appear as a calming animated avatar instead of on camera. You speak with a real, qualified UK therapist — only your voice and your avatar are visible — giving you the connection of video therapy with the privacy of anonymity.
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Who this helps
- Want video-style therapy without being seen on camera
- Have social anxiety, body image concerns, or appearance-based shame
- Are survivors of trauma where being watched feels unsafe
- Are public-facing professionals who need extra discretion
- Have tried therapy before and found the camera too exposing
- Want to start therapy gently and build comfort over time
What MySafeTherapy offers
Calming, neutral avatars
Choose from a range of warm, non-clinical avatar designs. Your avatar reflects your voice and mood, not your appearance.
Real qualified therapists
Avatars do not replace the therapist. Every session is with a BACP, UKCP or HCPC registered UK professional.
Same evidence-based modalities
CBT, integrative, person-centred and trauma-informed approaches — delivered just as in any other session.
Move to video when you're ready
Some clients stay avatar-only. Others switch to video over time. Your pace, your call.
Secure encrypted sessions
End-to-end encrypted, UK GDPR compliant, and never used to train AI models.
From £50/session
No premium for avatar mode. Same price as our other formats. Free 15-min intro call.
How it works
- 1
Sign up & choose your avatar
Create an account, pick an avatar that feels right, and tell us briefly what you'd like support with.
- 2
Match with a UK therapist
We help you find a therapist whose specialism aligns with your needs.
- 3
Meet for a free intro call
15 minutes, no obligation, to see if it feels like a good fit.
- 4
Begin weekly avatar sessions
Attend secure sessions from anywhere in the UK. Change therapist or format anytime.
Safety & limitations
Avatar therapy is a regulated psychological service, not a crisis line. Therapists may pause an avatar session if there are immediate safety concerns, in line with safeguarding policy.
If you are in immediate danger, call 999. For urgent emotional support call Samaritans on 116 123 or text SHOUT to 85258. See our safety guidance and UK crisis resources.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to start?
Book a free 15-minute introductory call with a UK-registered therapist. No pressure, no commitment.
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