Feeling trapped in a controlling or hurtful relationship? You don’t have to go through it alone. Get confidential, free online counselling - safe, supportive, and focused on your healing.
Living in a controlling or hurtful relationship can leave you feeling trapped, anxious, or unsure of what to do next. You may feel isolated or afraid to share your struggles with others. Our free online counselling sessions provide a safe, private space to talk, be heard, and begin your path toward healing.
Many people wonder what “free counselling” really includes. At LeapHope, we make it clear and supportive so you know exactly what to expect from your first safe session.
A focused half-hour with a counsellor trained to support people in abusive or controlling relationships.
Choose video, live chat, or text – whatever feels safest and most comfortable for you.
Your conversation stays private and secure, with no details shared.
Leave your session with coping strategies, safety planning tips, and resources you can use right away.
Too many people stay silent in hurtful or controlling relationships because of financial worries. At LeapHope, we believe safety and healing should be available to everyone. That’s why your first session is free, no hidden fees, no strings attached. You can also explore more support in our free online mental health counselling page.
Cost should never stop you from reaching out. Free sessions give you a safe first step.
Trying counselling can feel overwhelming. A free session lets you explore support with no risk.
If counselling feels right, you can continue with affordable options — or walk away with tools for safety and coping.
Abuse doesn’t discriminate, it can affect students, working adults, parents, or anyone regardless of background. Free counselling offers a safe, confidential place to explore what you’re going through and begin building a path to safety and recovery. You can also read more about psychological abuse and its impact on wellbeing.
Early relationships can feel overwhelming especially when manipulation, jealousy, or control starts to creep in. Free sessions give young people a safe, judgment-free space to talk about red flags and learn healthy relationship boundaries.
Whether you’re facing emotional abuse, financial control, or gaslighting, counselling helps you rebuild self-esteem, reduce isolation, and regain clarity to make safer choices for yourself and your future.
If you’ve never reached out before, a free session can feel like the safest first step. It’s private, confidential, and pressure-free, giving you the chance to see what counselling feels like before deciding on longer-term support.
Abuse often silences survivors through shame and fear. Free counselling ensures you’ll be listened to with compassion and respect, no judgment, only support so you can start processing your experience safely.
Fill out a short form to schedule your counselling session — quick, private, and commitment-free.
Pick video, chat, or text — whatever feels safest and most comfortable when sharing your experience.
Meet with a counsellor, share what’s on your mind, and leave with coping strategies and safety tips you can use right away.
Healing from an abusive relationship often takes more than a single conversation. If you feel that one free counselling session isn’t enough, we’ll guide you toward safe and supportive next steps without leaving you on your own.
Along with your free counselling session, here are trusted global resources you can explore anytime for safe, confidential, and ongoing support.
Provides a global network of free, confidential support centres for people feeling distressed or unsafe.
Access safe online programs and worksheets designed to build resilience, manage stress, and support recovery from trauma.
Join moderated online groups where survivors of abuse share experiences, coping strategies, and encouragement.
Search for counselling services and community organisations in your own country that provide free or low-cost support.
Many platforms offer generic support, but not all are designed for survivors of abusive or controlling relationships. Here’s why people trust LeapHope with their first step toward safety and healing.
Every free session is guided by trained professionals who understand abuse, not just peer volunteers.
Your conversation stays private and secure, so you can share without fear.
Whether at home, work, or on the go, you can connect safely with just an internet connection.
Choose video, live chat, or text — whatever feels most comfortable and safe for you.
“I felt trapped and didn’t know where to turn. My free session helped me see a way forward and reminded me I’m not alone.” – A survivor
“This wasn’t just talk — I left my session with tools and steps I could actually use in my daily life.” – Anonymous
Free counselling doesn’t mean less effective care. Our counsellors use evidence-based methods that are proven to support survivors of abusive or controlling relationships. These approaches are gentle, practical, and tailored to your healing journey.
Helps you recognise negative thought patterns linked to emotional abuse and replace them with healthier, more balanced thinking. Learn more about how we use CBT in free online mental health counselling.
Provides a safe, judgment-free space to share experiences of fear, gaslighting, or control, and gain new perspective. Explore our approach in free online counselling for teens where open talk builds resilience.
Practical grounding exercises, breathing, and self-regulation tools to reduce anxiety and trauma responses. These practices are also included in our free anxiety therapy sessions.
Warm, empathetic guidance that helps you feel heard and validated, especially when abuse has made you feel alone. See how we use this approach in free counselling for depression.
Yes — we prioritise confidentiality, secure connections, and anonymity options. Counselors are trained to support survivors, and we offer digital-safety guidance so you can protect yourself while seeking help.
You get one free session to start. If you need more, we’ll give you referrals to low-cost or sliding-scale services and guide you toward next steps for ongoing support.
That’s a valid concern. We help you with private communication options (like chat or text), clearing browser history, using safe devices, and other discreet methods so your safety is respected.
Counselling supports emotional healing, clarity, and planning — but leaving safely often involves multiple supports (legal, housing, community). We help you develop a safety plan and connect you with local services for practical steps.
Our counsellors use evidence-based methods like trauma-informed approaches, supportive counselling, cognitive behavioural techniques tailored for abuse survivors, and grounding / mindfulness tools. We adapt to what you need in the moment.
If at any point you feel unsafe, you should pause the session and reach out to trusted local emergency or community supports. We’ll provide guidance and links to local resources that can assist immediately.
No. You can remain anonymous if you choose. We don’t require you to share identifying details until you feel comfortable. Safety and privacy are up to you.
Living in an abusive or controlling relationship can feel overwhelming but you don’t have to go through it alone. Start with a free, private counselling session today. It’s safe, supportive, and focused entirely on you.
