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Experiencing anxiety, low mood or worry?

We’re here to support you

Self-refer below to access free typed cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

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What is typed therapy?

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One-to-one typed conversations with your matched therapist

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Flexible appointments to suit you 

(7 days a week, 6am-11pm)

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Access support in your own time 

There are no long waiting times

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No need to see a GP first

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Confidential

Therapy sessions take place via ieso’s secure online platform. As the sessions are typed, no one can overhear your conversation.

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No travel required

Sessions can take place anywhere you feel most comfortable, so there is no need to travel to your appointment.

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All you need is a device (smartphone, tablet or laptop) that can connect to the internet.

What to expect?

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Typed therapy takes place online, so you can choose a time that works for you to type with your therapist.

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Before each session, your therapist will check in with how you are, so we can tailor your treatment to be as effective as possible.

Between sessions, we’ll ask you to keep a journal and do thinking exercises to help develop positive, long-term habits.

Welcome to your therapy room

A confidential space where you will meet and message with your therapist during and in between your sessions.

Stay connected

We know emails often get lost or missed when sitting in our inbox, which is why we will contact you through SMS. You can choose and book your therapy sessions once you self-refer, with your first one-to-one session taking place in a matter of days.

Sunday 18 August
9:00am - 10:00am BST
Monday 19 August
7:20am - 8:20am BST
Tuesday 3 September
8:00pm - 9:00pm BST
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All of your messages in one place

Send and receive messages and documents with your therapist during and outside of your sessions, so everything can be easily found in one place.

What people say

We’ve helped thousands of people feel better. 
Here are their stories of recovery and growth.

I felt comfortable taking with my therapist. The homework I had made sense, and it did help... and it continues to help. We explored my past, and I became more aware of my triggers and began to analyse my fears more productively.

Kirsteen

The weekly sessions were structured and focused. The exercises really helped me understand how my brain was working in a negative way. I was able to think through the sessions with 
no pressure.

Dilsher

I found joining sessions on my phone simple and easy. It also allowed me to work therapy around my life, as you can pick a suitable day and time for you.

Carys

The activities helped me to understand the cycle I was in and gave me the skills to learn how to get out of that cycle.

Stephen

Everything was carried out with the utmost professionalism. My therapist was kind, patient and at no point did I feel uncomfortable explaining my situation.

Jessica

Typed therapy worked well for me. I could arrange the sessions at a time that suited me. I felt at ease in my own home so was able to be open and honest without feeling judged

Phil

Supporting people in

Surrey

ieso is working in partnership with NHS Talking Therapies in

Surrey

to support people experiencing mental health symptoms. The service we provide is free for NHS patients who are registered with a GP in

Surrey

.

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How do I know if typed therapy is right for me?

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If you prefer to manage challenging emotional scenarios through text. Scenarios include talking about problems, asking for help, setting person boundaries, confrontation

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Find it difficult to verbalise your feelings in front of someone

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Do not want your conversations overheard / cannot find a quiet space to take a video call

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Cannot attend sessions that require travelling or cannot leave home easily because of other responsibilities

This is typed therapy...

Begin your therapy in four steps

1. Refer and register

Referring directly with ieso allows you to access online therapy quickly and easily without the need to visit your GP. Once you have referred and activated your account, complete your questionnaires. We will then find the best clinician for your needs.

Register

2. Start therapy

Chat with your clinician. Your clinician will create a treatment programme designed just for you and will help you set goals, break down problems and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns.

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3. Practise

Between sessions you’ll use the new skills your clinician has taught you in real life. Your clinician will track your progress using questionnaires.

Practise

4. See results

Your clinician will help you monitor change and target the most persistent and upsetting areas.

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People often ask us...

It’s natural to have an interest in your treatment. People often want to know what we do, how it works and whether it will work for them. Here’s our take on some of the questions we often come across.

How long do I have to wait for my first appointment?

Once you have activated your account, a therapist will be in touch to schedule the first appointment. Your first session is usually a maximum of 10 working days from sign-up (though in very busy periods it can take a little longer).

Where will I meet my therapist?

You will meet your therapist online at a time that suits you, so you can attend treatment sessions from wherever you want. This means you won't have to travel, take time off work or explain your situation to your employer.

How long before I feel better?

ieso doesn’t provide a pre-set number of sessions. We offer you the right number of sessions needed for your treatment. Practicing the CBT techniques, you will learn between therapy sessions will help you feel the benefit more quickly. But, as a rough guide, we can typically address mental health issues like anxiety and depression in 4-8 sessions.

What happens after treatment?

After your therapy sessions have ended, you’ll be able to log in to the ieso site for 20 years after discharge, allowing you to access all of your sessions, messages and goals to remind yourself of the skills you’ve learnt. If you find yourself feeling worse again or experiencing new difficulties, you can go back and use this information. However, you are welcome to return to therapy if you are still struggling. *

*Provided you’re still registered with a GP in an area where we’re contracted by the NHS.

Why do I have to do questionnaires?

We totally understand that when you just want some help, completing questionnaires can be frustrating. We wish there was another effective way. Unfortunately, we can’t safely allocate you a clinician and start your treatment until all the assigned questionnaires are complete.

‍The questionnaires help your clinician understand you and your current state of mind. And they’ll help you to check your progress and flag up any problems. The NHS also requires everyone to complete these questionnaires. This is why, throughout your therapy, you'll be asked to complete the questionnaires before each session.

Supporting people in

Surrey

ieso is working in partnership with NHS Talking Therapies in

Surrey

to support people experiencing mental health symptoms. The service we provide is free for NHS patients who are registered with a GP in

Surrey

.

Sign up