Prices and facts on this page were checked in September 2026.
Therapists and counsellors in Malta
Dapperlance lists warranted counsellors, psychotherapists and counselling psychologists working in private practice in Malta. Between them they cover individual, couples and family work, children and adolescents, and Gestalt, person centred and existential approaches, with sessions in person or by video call. Message any of them for free from their listing.
What does therapy cost in Malta?
A private counselling or psychotherapy session in Malta typically costs €30 to €60 for 50 to 60 minutes, and specialist or English speaking expat practices go up to about €80. The figures below come from fee pages Malta practices publish, checked September 2026. Each practitioner sets their own fee, so treat them as a guide, not a quote.
| Service | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Individual session (50 minutes) | €30 to €60 |
| Couples session (60 to 75 minutes) | €50 to €60 |
| Intake or first assessment meeting | €30, sometimes free |
| Training clinic (trainee under supervision) | About €15 |
| Public Mental Health Services via your GP or self referral | Free |
Three things move the price. Profession: a psychologist or psychotherapist usually charges more than a counsellor, and the warrant behind each title is different. Format: online sessions are often a few euro cheaper than the clinic. Setting: a shared clinic adds a room fee, an independent practitioner working from home does not. Several practices take cash only, ask before the first session.
How to choose a therapist in Malta
Counsellor, psychotherapist and psychologist are all protected titles in Malta, each with its own warrant and public register, so check the register before you book. The Council for the Counselling Profession keeps the counsellors' register, the Psychotherapy Profession Board publishes the register of certified psychotherapists, and the Malta Psychology Profession Board issues psychologists' warrants. Anyone using one of these titles without a warrant is breaking the law. A coach or "wellbeing practitioner" is not covered by any of these, which is fine for coaching but not a substitute for therapy.
Beyond the warrant, look at the approach. Person centred and integrative counselling suits most everyday difficulties, Gestalt and existential work suits people who want to explore rather than fix, and cognitive behavioural work suits specific problems such as panic or phobias. Most practitioners describe their approach on their site, and a ten minute call before booking is normal.
Common mistakes to avoid: stopping after one session because it felt awkward (the first session is an assessment, decide after three), choosing by price alone when the cheaper option is a different profession, and waiting for a crisis. The free public service has waiting lists, so a private first session while you wait is a common route.
Browse the practitioners listed above and message them directly, it is free. Related categories: Life & Career Coaching and Nutrition.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check whether a therapist in Malta is warranted?
Search the public register of the profession they claim. The Council for the Counselling Profession, the Psychotherapy Profession Board and the Malta Psychology Profession Board each publish their register online, all three sit under the family ministry's public bodies. If the name is not there, ask the practitioner for their warrant number.
Is therapy in Malta covered by health insurance?
Some private health policies cover a set number of sessions with a warranted psychologist or psychotherapist, fewer cover counselling. Check your policy wording for mental health outpatient cover and whether the practitioner must be on the insurer's list. The public Mental Health Services are free through your GP or by self referral.
How long does a session last and how often do people go?
50 minutes is the norm for an individual session, 60 to 75 minutes for couples or an intake meeting. Weekly is the usual starting rhythm, moving to fortnightly as things settle. Short term work is often 6 to 12 sessions, longer term work is open ended.
Can I do therapy online from Malta?
Yes. Most practitioners listed here offer video sessions, usually at the same fee or slightly less. Online suits people in Gozo, shift workers and anyone who prefers not to be seen entering a clinic. In person is still the default for children and for couples work.