Therapy and Counselling in Guildford, Surrey
The Practice, Guildford
Reaching out for help is a big step, and finding the right person to talk to makes all the difference. At The Practice Guildford, our team of qualified counsellors and psychotherapists offers individual counselling, couples therapy, and support for children and young people from welcoming rooms in the centre of Guildford. Because we're a team rather than a single therapist, we can match you with someone who fits what you're going through, whether that's anxiety, low mood, a relationship difficulty, grief, or a life change you didn't choose. Sessions are available in person on Guildford High Street, online, or by phone, so you can get support in the way that works for you, wherever you are in Surrey. We also offer therapy and counselling at our Weybridge and East Molesey practices.
BACP Registered
Over 20 Therapists in Guildford
Supporting Surrey since 2020
Global Health & Wellness Award Winners 2026
Confidential & Therapeutic Setting
People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons, and no two experiences are the same. Because The Practice is a team rather than a single therapist, we cover a genuinely broad range of issues, from the everyday stresses that build up over time to more complex and long-standing difficulties. Whatever you're facing, there's a good chance one of our Guildford practitioners has real experience with it. Below are our areas of expertise. Each links to more detail on how we can help.
Not sure where you fit, or can't see what you're looking for? Call us on 0333 0096 321 and we'll point you to the right person.
Our therapists in Guildford
Every therapist at The Practice Guildford is fully qualified, insured, and experienced across a range of approaches, so you're not just matched to whoever's free; you're matched to the right person for you. Take a look at the practitioners based here, including their backgrounds and the areas they specialise in, and book directly with whoever feels like the best fit. Not sure who to choose? Contact us and we will match you with the right therapist.
Booking an appointment with one of our fabulous therapists is simple. All you need to do is follow these three easy steps. Choose how you would like to see them, who you would like to see and book an appointment directly with your chosen therapist straight through this website.
Choose between online sessions or face to face sessions.
Search through our practitioners to find the best fit for you.
Book an online session or request a face to face session.
Areas we cover near Guildford
Based in the centre of Guildford, we're easy to reach from across west Surrey and the surrounding towns and villages. Many of our clients travel in from the wider GU postcode area, and with online and telephone sessions available too, you can work with us wherever you are.
Guildford (GU1-GU4)
Woking, Horsell & Mayford (GU21-GU22)
Cranleigh (GU6)
Dorking (RH4)
Godalming (GU7-GU8)
Farnham (GU9-GU10)
Aldershot (GU11-GU12)
Shalford & Wonersh (GU5)
We also welcome clients from the villages around Guildford, including Jacobs Well, Wood Street, Fairlands, Normandy, Send, West Clandon, and the Horsleys.
Find us in Guildford
Address, opening hours & contact
The Practice Guildford
First Floor, 210 High Street
Guildford, Surrey GU1 3JB
Tel: 0333 0096 321
Email: info@thepractice.co.uk
Open 8am–10pm, seven days a week
Getting here
You'll find us in the heart of Guildford on the High Street, on the first floor, with our own entrance between Nicklins Opticians and Fired Earth. There's plenty of parking nearby, with Castle Car Park, Bright Hill, and the Upper High Street car park all within a five-minute walk.
By train: Guildford mainline station, with direct services to London Waterloo, is around a fifteen-minute walk away, or a short taxi or bus ride up the hill. Do factor in that Guildford's High Street is steep, and feel free to call us if you'd like directions.
By bus: Guildford's Friary Bus Station is around a five-minute walk from the practice, with services from across Surrey and the surrounding towns. As the top of the High Street is pedestrianised, buses set down in the town centre, and it's a short walk up from there. For current routes and times, Traveline South East has a live journey planner.
The building
The Practice Guildford occupies a characterful Edwardian building with four bright, comfortable therapy rooms, Cedar, Chestnut, Maple, and Aspen. Each is warmly furnished with Chesterfields and a fireplace, creating a calm and private space to talk. Toilet facilities are available on site.
Access
Our therapy rooms are on the first floor and there is no lift or step-free access. If you have any access needs, please call us on 0333 0096 321 and we'll do everything we can to help, including arranging online or telephone sessions where that works better for you.
Frequently asked questions about therapy in Guildford
Once registered on the website you can book to see a Practitioner either face-to-face or online. Select to see a practitioner based on type of session needed (adult, couple, child or young person), availability or by presenting issue.
Online Bookings: You can book an online video session to see one of our registered mental healthcare practitioners via your mobile phone, tablet or computer. When you book an online video session you will be asked to pay a 15% non-refundable deposit to The Practice. The balance will be due directly to the Practitioner.
Face-to-face Bookings: When you book a first time face-to-face booking the Practitioner will receive an email informing them of your request to book a face-to-face session. The Practitioner will contact you directly to discuss your needs before confirming the booking. All subsequent bookings will be bookable via the Practitioner directly. You will pay the Practitioner directly for all face-to-face bookings.
Face to face: Before you can book the session, you will need to log into your account. If you have not created an account, you will need to do so here before booking an session. Select Adults, Couples or Children and Young People on the homepage. Select the Face-to-Face option. Select the Venue. You will be directed to a list of practitioners who meet the search criteria. Select your preferred practitioner. You will be directed to the practitioner’s calendar. Select the date and time of your preferred session. Complete and request your booking. If this is your first face-to-face session the Practitioner will receive notification of your request to book a session. The Practitioner will contact you within 12 hours to confirm the session. All subsequent face-to-face session bookings will be made directly with The Practitioner.
Online consultation: You will need to log into your account. If you have not created an account you will need to do so here before booking an session. Select Adults, Couples or Children and Young People on the homepage. Select the Online option. You will be directed to a list of practitioners who meet the search criteria. Select your preferred practitioner. You will be directed to the practitioner’s calendar. Select the date and time of your preferred online video session. Your session will be added to your basket. You can either go to checkout or browse for more. When you check out you will be asked to pay a 15% non-refundable deposit to secure your online video session. The balance of the session will be paid directly to the Practitioner.
Face to face session: You will need to log into your account.Your calendar of sessions will be available for you to view.Select the session you wish to cancel and remove from your calendar.Please note cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance or you may still be charged.
Online Session: You will need to log into your account. Your calendar of sessions will be available for you to view. Select the session you wish to cancel and remove from your calendar. Please note if you cancel your online video session you will forfeit your 15% non-refundable deposit. Please note cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance or you will still be charged for the balance due.
Before you can book a session with one of our practitioners you will need to create an account.Click on the “Create an Account” link to create an account.Fill in all the relevant information and submit. An automated email will be sent to the email address you entered.You will need to go to your inbox and click on the Registration Confirmation link.
Click on the Forgotten Password link. You will receive an email instructing you on what to do next.
Log into your account and simply change the details that are listed.
No. Please visit your GP for any prescription needs.
No you do not need a GP referral to book an session through The Practice website.
No. You will need to see your GP.
No. We are a private service and do not share information with other services
Start therapy in Guildford with The Practice
Taking the first step is often the hardest part. Whether you know exactly what you'd like help with or you're not sure where to begin, we're here to make it straightforward. Book directly with a Guildford therapist, or get in touch and we'll help you find the right person for you.
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The Practice Guildford
First Floor, 210 High Street
Guildford, Surrey GU1 3JB
Tel: 0333 0096 321
Email: info@thepractice.co.uk
Open 8am–10pm, seven days a week
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