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Call Handling — Counsellors & Therapists

In session.
Their hardest call.
They hung up.

The first call a new client makes to a therapist is often the most difficult they've ever made. If it goes unanswered — because you're in session, which is every working hour — they may not call again. ForgeMason answers every call with appropriate sensitivity, captures the details needed to arrange an initial consultation, and routes the enquiry to you securely. It does not provide therapy, advice, or any clinical response — it captures and routes only.

85%
of callers ring a competitor if the first call goes unanswered
BrightLocal Consumer Survey
21×
higher contact rate when enquiries followed up within 5 minutes
Harvard Business Review
60%
of small businesses can't take calls while serving clients
Fix Radio
How It Works

Every call captured. Nothing missed.

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Call answered sensitively

AI answers from the first ring with a calm, professional tone — no engaged tone while you're in session.

02

Enquiry type identified

New client self-referral, GP referral, existing client rescheduling, or general query.

03

Details captured

Type of support sought, preferred days and times, face-to-face or online, and contact details — no clinical details collected.

04

Team notified

New client enquiries sent to you immediately. Existing client messages queued for callback.

05

Consultation booked

Initial consultation offered. Client receives confirmation — a clear, reassuring next step.

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Safeguarding note: ForgeMason does not provide counselling, therapy, or crisis advice. If a caller indicates an immediate risk to their own safety or others, they are directed to call 999 for emergencies or the Samaritans on 116 123. Crisis calls are always referred to the appropriate emergency services — never handled by the AI.

Features

Built for your practice.

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Sensitive First Contact

Calm, professional response to every caller. Appropriate tone for clients who may be anxious or distressed.

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New Client Intake

Type of support sought, referral source, preferred schedule and contact details captured. No clinical details collected.

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Consultation Booking

Initial consultations booked directly. Client receives a confirmed time and a reassuring text confirmation.

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Safeguarding Signposting

If a caller indicates immediate risk, they are directed to 999 or Samaritans (116 123). ForgeMason does not provide crisis intervention.

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GDPR Compliant

No clinical, diagnostic or sensitive personal health data collected. Contact and scheduling details only.

Review Automation

Post-therapy course review requests (appropriately worded) sent with client permission. Builds your practice profile.

Pricing

Simple pricing. No setup fee. No lock-in.

Capture
£67/mo
  • AI answers every call 24/7
  • Enquiry type and details captured
  • Missed-call text-back
  • Callback scheduling
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FAQ

Common questions.

Does the AI provide any counselling or therapy responses?+
No. ForgeMason captures contact details and basic enquiry type — nothing more. It does not give advice, offer therapeutic responses, or engage with clinical content. Its role is to ensure your new clients reach you, not to replace the therapeutic relationship.
What happens if a caller is in crisis?+
ForgeMason is configured to recognise indicators of immediate distress. If a caller mentions risk to their own safety or others, they are directed to call 999 for emergencies or the Samaritans on 116 123. ForgeMason does not attempt to manage crisis calls — this is always handled by the appropriate emergency services.
Is there a minimum contract?+
No minimum contract. Rolling monthly. No setup fee.
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Every new client call answered and handled with care.

Free 20-minute call. We'll show you exactly how ForgeMason works for your practice.