Verified Nigerian therapists · Video or voice
Therapy for as long as you need it.
Talk to a verified therapist for 10 minutes or a full hour. Pay only for the time you book, from your phone, wherever you are.
Not sure where to start? Amara, our digital guide, listens for up to 3 minutes and helps you find the right therapist.
How much time do you need today?
From ₦400 a minute. Senior therapists may charge more.
- Every therapist verifiedNIN, licence, references and background checked
- Private by designTherapists never get your phone number or email
- Free rematchNot the right fit? Switch therapist at no cost
- Pay per sessionCard, bank transfer or USSD. No subscription
How it works
From “I need to talk” to a real therapist in three steps.
Tell us what's going on
Chat with Amara for up to 3 free minutes, or book directly and tell us in your own words.
Get matched and pay securely
We match you with a verified therapist for the length you chose, then send a secure Paystack payment link.
Talk by video or voice
Join with a private link from TherapyOngo. Your phone number and email stay with us, never with the therapist.
Meet Amara · digital guide
A kind first conversation, free.
Amara means grace. She listens, helps you put feelings into words, and points you to the right human therapist.
- Up to 3 minutes, always free. No card or sign-up needed.
- Honest about what she is. Amara is a digital assistant, not a person or a therapist. She does not diagnose or replace therapy.
- Safety first. If you're in danger, Amara gives you emergency help straight away.
Example conversation
Pricing
Pay as you go, or save with a plan.
Start small with two short check-ins a month, or commit to weekly therapy and save more the longer you sign up. Every plan comes with your own verified therapist.
Pay as you go
₦400/ minute
10 minutes ₦4,000 · 1 hour ₦24,000
- No commitment
- Any length from 10 to 60 minutes
- Pay each time you book
Starter Save 5%
₦22,800/ month
2 × 30-minute sessions a month
- A gentle way to start therapy
- The same therapist each time
- Cancel anytime
Standard Save 5%
₦45,600/ month
2 × 60-minute sessions a month
- A full session every other week
- The same therapist each time
- Unused minutes carry over while your plan is active
- Cancel anytime
Weekly Save 5%
₦91,200/ month
4 × 60-minute sessions a month, billed monthly
- A full session every week
- The same therapist each time
- Unused minutes carry over while your plan is active
- Cancel anytime
Weekly, quarterly Save 6%
₦270,720/ 3 months
12 sessions · ₦90,240 a month
- Everything in Weekly
- Priority booking with your therapist
- A progress check-in every 3 months
Weekly, annual Save 7%
₦1,071,360/ year
48 sessions · ₦89,280 a month
- Everything in Weekly, quarterly
- Our lowest price per minute
- One 30-minute gift session to share
Plans are paid securely through Paystack and renew automatically until you cancel. Plan minutes are with standard-rate therapists.
Gift therapy
Give someone the gift of being heard.
Buy minutes for a friend, partner, parent or colleague. We send them a private gift code to use with any verified therapist.
The verified tick
Anyone can apply. Only checked therapists get the tick.
Therapists can apply at any time, but no client is matched with them until every check is passed and our clinical team approves them.
- ApplicationFull profile, education, experience, specialties, photo and CV.
- Identity checkNIN verified with a licensed identity provider.
- Qualifications and licenceDegrees and professional registration confirmed with the issuing body.
- Two referencesWe speak to both referees, at least one a clinical supervisor or employer.
- Background checkConduct and safeguarding history reviewed.
- Interview and approvalA video interview with our clinical lead. Then the tick goes live.
Why TherapyOngo
Built to be good for both sides of the conversation.
For you, the client
Safe, flexible therapy you can afford to start.
- Pay for the time you needA 10-minute check-in or a full hour. No bundles, no subscription.
- Only verified therapistsIdentity, licence, references and background checked before anyone can see you.
- Your privacy is protectedSessions run through TherapyOngo links. Therapists never get your phone number or email.
- Continuity of careBook the same therapist again, so you never have to start your story over.
- Money-back promiseIf a therapist doesn't show up, you get a full refund.
- Free rematchSwitch therapist any time, at no cost.
For therapists
A full diary without the marketing, admin or chasing payments.
- Clients come to youWe bring the clients through marketing, Amara, employers and partners.
- Paid every weekEarnings land in your bank account every Friday. No invoices, no chasing.
- Earn more the longer you stayYour share rises from 60% to 70% as your hours and ratings grow.
- Flexible hoursChoose your session lengths and when you're available.
- Protected from no-showsClients pay before the session. Late cancellations still pay you.
- The verified tick builds your nameReviews and a trusted badge grow your reputation.
For companies and organisations
Give your team therapy they'll actually use.
Pay for your staff's sessions with one invoice. Employees book privately, in short or long sessions that fit around work.
We reply within one working day.
- Session credits or staff plansBuy a pool of minutes, or a monthly plan for every employee.
- Completely confidentialYou see how many minutes are used, never who used them or what was discussed.
- Built by HR peopleManager training, wellbeing talks and support after a difficult event, designed by HR professionals.
- Simple billingOne monthly invoice. Pay by bank transfer or card.
For therapists
Your share grows as you grow with us.
You keep most of every session. TherapyOngo's share covers payment fees, verification, client support and marketing.
Therapist application
Apply in about 10 minutes.
You won't be matched with clients until every check is passed. We'll email you at each stage.
Have these ready: your NIN, degree and licence details, two referees' contacts, a clear photo and your CV (each file under 5 MB).
Questions
Good to know
Is a 10-minute session really therapy?
A short session works well for a check-in, a follow-up with your usual therapist, or a moment when you just need to talk something through. For deeper work, most people book 45 or 60 minutes. You choose each time.
How much does it cost?
Sessions start from ₦400 a minute, so 10 minutes is ₦4,000, 30 minutes is ₦12,000 and an hour is ₦24,000. Some senior therapists charge more, and we always confirm the price before you pay.
Who is Amara, and is she a real person?
Amara is a digital guide, not a person, and she always says so. She listens for up to 3 free minutes, helps you describe what you're going through, and points you to a verified therapist. She does not diagnose or give treatment.
How do I pay?
After you book, we confirm your therapist and send a secure Paystack link. Pay by card, bank transfer or USSD. If a therapist doesn't show up, we refund you in full.
Will my therapist have my phone number?
No. We send you a private session link from TherapyOngo, so your phone number and email stay with us.
How do subscription plans work?
Starter gives you two 30-minute sessions a month, Standard two 60-minute sessions, and Weekly four 60-minute sessions. Every plan costs less than paying per session, and you can split your minutes into shorter sessions if you prefer. Unused minutes carry over while your plan is active, and you can cancel anytime before your next payment.
How do gift codes work?
Choose an amount and tell us who it's for. After you pay, we send a code like GIFT-7KQ4-M2XR with your message. The person enters it when they book. Codes last 12 months and can be used with any verified therapist.
Can my company pay for my sessions?
Yes. Your HR team can fill in our company form to buy session credits or staff plans. Your employer sees how many minutes are used, never who used them or what was discussed.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
TherapyOngo is not an emergency service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 112 or go to the nearest hospital emergency unit.