If you're a counsellor in private practice, you need software that handles the basics well: scheduling, client records, session notes, and payments. The challenge is finding something that's actually built for counsellors rather than repurposed from a tool designed for GPs or physiotherapists. Here's what to look for and how the main options compare.
Bloom is built specifically for UK therapists and counsellors. Encrypted session notes (AES-256), automated client onboarding with e-signatures, scheduling with drag-and-drop, payment tracking with reminders, and a public booking page. £29/month, everything included. Learn more about Bloom.
WriteUpp has been one of the longest-running options in the UK. Good for general healthcare practitioners. From £19.95/month. Recently acquired by a Canadian company (Owl Practice). Online booking costs extra. No note encryption. Read our WriteUpp comparison.
Kiku was built by a counselling psychologist in Newcastle. Affordable (from around £16/month) and designed specifically for counsellors. Has secure messaging and a client portal. No note encryption, no e-signatures, no drag-and-drop calendar. Read our Kiku comparison.
bacpac was originally developed with BACP. Basic but reliable. Good for counsellors who just need simple records and scheduling. Around £18/month. No payment tracking, no e-signatures, dated interface. Read our bacpac comparison.
Cliniko is Australian-built and popular with physios. Works for counsellors but the features and terminology are geared toward allied health. Priced in AUD. Read our Cliniko comparison.
Bloom handles scheduling, encrypted notes, client onboarding, payments, and reminders. One price, everything included.
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