Counsellors for Depression - Care UK

Mindler; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Competitive pay per session

Professional development

Digital care innovation

Supportive community

Job summary

Mindler’s Ieso unit delivers evidence-based counselling for NHS patients across the UK. As a self-employed affiliate, you’ll provide video sessions and occasional typed sessions, offering flexible scheduling and nationwide reach.

You must hold BACP accreditation, CfD qualification, and an Enhanced DBS, with professional indemnity insurance and references. Access to a secure laptop is required, and NHS emails are not accepted.

Qualifications

• Must hold active BACP Accreditation.
• CfD Qualification required.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (incl Adults & Children) within 12 months or on Update Service.
• Professional Indemnity Insurance (min £1m).
• Two professional references (e.g., supervisor and line manager).
• Access to a secure laptop/PC with auto-lock (max 5 minutes inactivity).
• Personal email address (NHS emails not accepted).

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based Counselling for Depression via video sessions to NHS patients.
• Deliver sessions remotely, with occasional typed sessions as needed.
• Manage caseload with a recommended minimum of 5 patients.
• Maintain professional standards and comply with safeguarding requirements.

Skills

Counselling

Education

BACP Accreditation

CfD Qualification

Enhanced DBS certificate

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Tools

Secure laptop/PC with auto-lock

Job description

Mindler is one of Europe’s leading digital mental health providers, working to make evidence-based therapy accessible to everyone who needs it. In August 2025, we proudly acquired ieso, a pioneer in delivering online NHS talking therapies across the UK.

Ieso holds several NHS contracts across England and Scotland through both typed and video sessions, making it easier for thousands of people to access effective, evidence-based treatment when they need it most.

This role sits within the clinical counselling team of Ieso - subsidiary of Mindler, meaning you’ll be part of a group with a strong track record in innovation, research, and delivering high-quality digital therapy to patients nationwide.

The role

We provide evidence-based Counselling for Depression via video (and sometimes typed sessions) to NHS patients across the UK, from the Orkney Islands to Cornwall. Our mission is to make psychological therapies accessible to those who need them most—without significant waiting times.

What do I need to have:

To join our self-employed affiliate network, you’ll need:

• Active BACP Accreditation
• Proof of CfD Qualification
• Enhanced DBS certificate (to include both barring's: Adults and Children - issued within the past 12 months OR registered with the update service) - we can support you with an application if you do not have this
• Professional Indemnity Insurance (minimum £1 million coverage for Counselling)
• Two satisfactory professional references (e.g., current supervisor and line manager)
• Access to a secure laptop/PC with an auto-lock function (max 5-minute inactivity)
• Personal email address (NHS email addresses cannot be accepted)

**We cannot proceed if you do not have all of the above, the CfD Qualification is mandatory.

What can we offer?

As an self-employed therapist, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Flexibility: Work remotely and structure your caseload around your availability, with a recommended minimum of 5 patients.
• Competitive Pay: Earn £42 per 60 minute Video session (including holiday pay), with half-pay for DNAs/late cancellations (up to two per episode of care).
• Professional Development: Access free world-class CPD sessions, regular high-quality supervision, and opportunities to develop your clinical skills.
• Innovative Digital Care: Be part of cutting-edge research and digital innovation, shaping the future of mental healthcare.
• Support & Community: Expect to feel valued and supported, with access to our dedicated Smart Support System, a clinical conference, and a network of like-minded professionals.

If you're passionate about providing high-quality therapy online and want to make a difference in digital mental healthcare, we’d love to hear from you!

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions—we look forward to welcoming you to our network!