Ask Bettie

A question that needs a human?

Write to Bettie Smythwood, our BACP-registered psychotherapist, for a considered written answer, or book a 25-minute phone or video call with her.

Written answers £9.99, calls £20. Pay once on Walnut, no subscription.

How it works.

1. Choose how to reach Bettie. Write her a question, or book a 25-minute call by phone or video.
2. Pay once, securely. One payment through Walnut’s secure checkout. No subscription.
3. Hear from Bettie. A personal written answer by email within 5 working days, or for a call, an email with a link to pick a time on Bettie’s calendar.

Who you’ll hear from

Meet Bettie.

Bettie Smythwood MBACP, Registered Psychotherapist

Bettie is a BACP-registered psychotherapist working with individuals and couples in private practice in West London. Her work bridges therapeutic depth with real-life connection, making her the perfect fit to lead Walnut’s immersive, skill-building events.

Choose how to reach Bettie.

• Write to Bettie: one written answer, £9.99. Put your question into words and get a considered, personal reply by email within 5 working days.
• 25-minute phone call: £20. Talk one question or issue through with Bettie on the phone.
• 25-minute video call: £20. Talk one question or issue through with Bettie face to face, on video.

You pay on Walnut’s secure checkout. For a call, we then email you a link to pick a time on Bettie’s calendar.

Good to know.

What can I bring to Bettie?

Anything about dating, relationships, friendships, family or how you relate to people. A written question gets one considered answer; a call gives you 25 minutes to talk one issue through.

Who will I hear from?

Bettie herself. She is a BACP-registered psychotherapist and follows the BACP’s ethical framework, so what you share is treated confidentially. We never publish your question or her answer.

How does booking a call work?

Pay here on Walnut and we email you a link to Bettie’s calendar straight away. Pick any time that suits you there; you won’t be asked to pay again.

Is this therapy?

No. It’s a considered answer or a short, focused conversation with a qualified therapist, not ongoing therapy or crisis support. If you’d like regular sessions, Bettie offers those too.

Not for emergencies

If you are in crisis or worried about your safety, please don’t wait for an answer or a call. Call 999, NHS 111 (option 2 for mental health), or Samaritans free on 116 123, any time.