Question 1

What types of counselling and psychotherapy jobs are available in the UK?

Accepted Answer

You’ll find a wide range of roles across the UK mental health and wellbeing sector, including counselling, psychotherapy, psychological wellbeing, creative therapies, mental health support work, assistant roles, and leadership positions. Opportunities are available across the NHS, charities, education settings, community services, private practice, and specialist organisations.

For deeper insight into specific roles, sectors, and career pathways, you can explore and filter related content by visiting News & Insights.

Question 2

What qualifications do I need to apply for counselling or psychotherapy jobs?

Accepted Answer

Qualification requirements vary depending on the role, setting, and level of responsibility. In most cases, you’ll be expected to hold a Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in counselling, psychotherapy, or a related discipline, and to be registered with — or working towards registration with — an accredited professional register. Many roles also require supervised practice and relevant experience.

For further details on qualification pathways, registration expectations, and progression routes, to help you understand what’s required before applying, visit our Career Resources.

Question 3

Are there entry-level, trainee, or mental health assistant roles available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our job search includes opportunities for trainees, assistant practitioners, mental health support workers, and early-career professionals looking to build experience. These roles are commonly found in community services, charities, education, and NHS-linked settings, and often support progression into counselling, psychotherapy, psychology, or specialist therapeutic training.

Simply use the search categories to find voluntary or trainee roles.

Question 4

Do I need professional registration to apply for a job working with mental health?

Accepted Answer

Some roles require current professional registration, while others accept applicants who are working towards registration or have equivalent experience. Employers usually specify their expectations clearly in the advert, helping you understand whether a role matches your current level of training and professional status.

Question 5

Who advertises jobs with harmonia?

Accepted Answer

Jobs and volunteer roles are posted by a wide range of UK organisations, including NHS services, charities, private practices, schools, local authorities, community providers, and wellbeing organisations. This gives jobseekers access to roles across different sectors and service models.

Question 6

How do I apply for a job with harmonia?

Accepted Answer

Application methods vary by employer. Some roles ask you to register and submit your application directly through the platform, while others link to the employer’s external recruitment site. 

Click on the Apply button in an advert and you'll be directed to the right place.

Question 7

How does Harmonia help employers reach the right candidates?

Accepted Answer

Our platform is designed specifically for the UK mental health and wellbeing workforce, helping employers connect with candidates whose training, experience, and professional registration are clearly presented upfront. Recruiters can view Harmonia Verified profiles, where key details such as registration status and role-relevant information have been checked, supporting clearer shortlisting and more confident hiring decisions. 

This focus on transparency helps reduce time spent screening and improves the overall quality of applications.

Question 8

Are you recruiting mental health or wellbeing professionals?

Accepted Answer

If you’re hiring, we can help you reach a targeted UK audience of counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists, wellbeing practitioners, and support staff. Employers can advertise roles at different levels, highlight key requirements clearly, and view professional profiles where training and registration details are visible upfront. This makes it easier to attract relevant applicants and shortlist with confidence.

To find out more, visit our Are you Recruiting section.

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Frequently asked questions

What types of counselling and psychotherapy jobs are available in the UK?down

What qualifications do I need to apply for counselling or psychotherapy jobs?down

Are there entry-level, trainee, or mental health assistant roles available?down

Do I need professional registration to apply for a job working with mental health?down

Who advertises jobs with harmonia?down

How do I apply for a job with harmonia?down

How does Harmonia help employers reach the right candidates?down

Are you recruiting mental health or wellbeing professionals?down