Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists salary in the UK is £38,230 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £41,975, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £26.18.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £31,316 in South West to £31,316 in South West. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£38,230
Annual
UK Mean
£41,975
Annual
Hourly Rate
£26.18
Median
UK Jobs
N/A
Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West | £31,316 | £35,756 | £32,587 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists salary in the UK?
The median psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists salary in the UK is £38,230 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £41,975, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists the most?
South West pays the highest psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists salaries with a median of £31,316.
How does psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists pay vary by region?
Limited regional data available.
Are psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists?
The median hourly rate for psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists in the UK is £26.18 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.