Online Individual Therapy Across Lesotho.

If you need more support than weekly therapy provides, Grouport provides the flexibility to combine care at any frequency that you’d like on the schedule and duration that works for your needs. So, for example many people combine individual therapy with group therapy at various levels of frequencies, or they combine couples therapy with individual therapy, or family therapy with individual therapy etc… It’s normal to combine therapy options or increase session frequency during difficult periods. For higher levels of support, Grouport also offers a virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) with 10 sessions per week which consists of nine group therapy sessions plus one-three individual therapy sessions per week depending on which IOP plan you choose. We're committed to matching you with the right level of care that fits your needs.

If your internet disconnects during a group session, rest assured your therapist will still be there as it's a group session with other group members, so they will be there when you rejoin. For private sessions, like individual therapy, your therapist will wait 20 minutes for you to reconnect. Try refreshing your browser, using a private or different web browser, restarting your device, switching to a different device, or switching to mobile data if wifi isn't working. If you can't resolve the issue contact our technical support team at and they will work with you

We recommend joining from a computer, laptop or tablet in a private setting as that typically provides for a better therapeutic experience. If you’d prefer to join from a smartphone, you can absolutely do so as our platform works well on smartphones (both iPhone and Android). Using your phone can be convenient as it allows you to attend therapy from anywhere private. However, we recommend using WiFi rather than cellular data when possible to ensure stable video quality and avoid data charges. Consider using headphones for better audio quality and privacy, and position your phone so your therapist can see your face clearly (many clients use a phone stand). While phones can work well, many clients prefer larger screens like tablets, laptops, or computers for a more immersive experience.

Online individual therapy provides the same evidence-based treatment and therapeutic relationship as in-person therapy does. The only difference is the location of whether you meet with your therapist via secure video chat rather than in an office. Research consistently shows online therapy is equally effective for most conditions. Benefits of online therapy include no commute time, attending from home comfort, easier scheduling, access to specialists regardless of location, and maintained consistency when traveling. Some people find online sessions more comfortable as they're in a familiar environment. The therapeutic relationship, treatment approaches, and outcomes are equivalent between online and in-person formats.

Grouport presents you therapist options based on your needs and you ultimately choose the therapist and schedule that works for you to meet. What makes a good fit is specialization in your concerns (trauma, anxiety, relationships, etc.), therapeutic approach that resonates with you (structured CBT, exploratory psychodynamic, skills-based DBT), communication style you're comfortable with, and personal factors like age, gender, or cultural background if preferences exist. When presenting you with therapist options, we take this all into account. Most importantly, you should feel heard, understood, and safe to be vulnerable. Therapeutic fit develops over 2-3 sessions so give it some time before deciding. If after several sessions you don't feel connected, switching therapists is always an option. The relationship is the foundation of effective therapy.

Not knowing what to discuss is common, especially early in therapy. Your therapist guides conversation through questions and observations, so you're never responsible for just filling the time. Start with what's on your mind that day, even if it seems small. Many breakthrough moments come from exploring seemingly minor concerns. Between sessions, some people journal or note what they want to discuss. If you're truly blank, your therapist might review homework from last session, check in on previous topics, introduce a relevant exercise or assessment, explore patterns they've noticed, or discuss your goals. Silence is okay too and sometimes quiet moments lead to insights. Trust the process and don’t put too much pressure on yourself.

Most people attend weekly initially, especially when addressing active symptoms or crises. Weekly sessions build momentum, maintain continuity, and allow consistent progress. After significant improvement (typically seen in a minimum of 8-16 weeks), many reduce to bi-weekly sessions for maintenance and ongoing support. Some people attend multiple times per week like twice or three times weekly for intensive work on severe symptoms. Frequency depends on symptom severity, goals, progress, and practical factors like schedule and cost. Consistency matters more than frequency as sporadic sessions are less effective than regular attendance even if less frequent. Your therapist can weigh in and recommend optimal frequency for your situation and help you adjust as your needs change.

Many countries have strong stigma around mental health care. Therapy might be seen as shameful or only for crazy people. This is far from the truth. Online therapy offers privacy, you can get help without anyone in your community knowing. Working through internalized stigma with your therapist is part of the process. Seeking help is actually a sign of strength.

Some countries have limited mental health infrastructure, long waiting lists, or services that don't meet your needs. Online therapy provides access to quality care regardless of what's available locally. Many people use Grouport specifically because local options are inadequate. Our therapists specialize across the full range of mental health diagnoses and life challenges, so whatever you’re dealing with we’ll be able to get you situated with an individual therapist or in group therapy that’s right for your needs.

It varies a lot. Grouport's individual therapy costs less than traditional in-person therapy, which typically runs $150-$300+ per session depending on where you live. For example, Grouport’s individual therapy sessions average $103/session. Online group therapy is more affordable, Grouport's group therapy is $25- $35/session or $448/month total, that’s less than the cost of one in person individual therapy session. What surprises a lot of people is that self-pay rates are usually cheaper than going through insurance after you factor in copays and deductibles. Online platforms often cost less than in-person because there's no office overhead to pay for. Not to mention, Grouport offers discounts when you combine sessions together or are doing more than one session per week.

Mohlomi Mental Hospital is Lesotho's only dedicated psychiatric facility, and with just a handful of specialists nationwide, Basotho commonly wait around six weeks to be seen, on top of a multi-hour or multi-day journey from highland districts. Grouport skips both hurdles. You start weekly 45-minute one-on-one video sessions with a licensed therapist right away, from any private space with internet, at $103 per session on average, billed at $448 per month. Sessions are HIPAA-secure and completely discreet, so there is no clinic waiting room in Maseru to visit.

Lesotho runs on South Africa Standard Time (SAST, UTC+2) year-round with no daylight saving shifts, which lines up conveniently with Grouport's schedule. US evening slots translate to early-to-mid morning in Maseru, and late-morning US slots land in your late afternoon or early evening, so you can pick a weekly time that fits around work, university classes, or NGO fieldwork. Your 45-minute one-on-one sessions meet at the same time each week with your licensed therapist, and you can start right away for $103 per session on average, $448 per month, over a HIPAA-secure video link.