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Debbie Sloan, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 5 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with LGBTRelationship issuesGrief Depression ADHD

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Debbie Sloan helps people dealing with LGBT issues, relationship strain, grief, depression and ADHD. She writes plainly and listens closely to what matters to each person. Debbie brings five years of professional experience and aims to make talking about hard things feel straightforward and human.

She offers calm, steady support rather than quick fixes. Conversations focus on what is causing distress now and what practical steps feel possible. Debbie pays attention to communication problems, guilt and shame, and the loneliness that can follow life changes.

Background and approach

Her approach is informed by evidence-based therapeutic techniques and by years working in community and personal mental health settings. That background helps her tailor sessions to individual needs and goals. She prioritises a respectful, non-judgemental way of working.

Sessions typically look at patterns in thinking and behaviour, then try out small changes to improve day-to-day life. Topics such as forgiveness, finding life purpose and social anxiety are explored with practical ideas and compassionate listening. Debbie aims to help people move from feeling stuck to feeling more hopeful.

People meet her for short-term problem-solving or for longer work when deeper issues are present. All work is offered in English and takes place online through video, phone, chat or text messaging. The first steps are simple and built around the client’s schedule.

Approaches that guide online therapy

Debbie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what helps most in daily life. One common approach looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and helps people try out small, practical changes to reduce distress and improve coping. This is useful for depression, social anxiety and feeling stuck.

A second approach focuses on emotional processing for issues like grief, identity and relationship losses. Sessions give space to name feelings, understand their impact and find ways to move forward without minimising what has been lost.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different methods and choose what fits a person’s needs and goals. That choice is made together and can change as progress is made.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, family or daily life commitments.

What concerns does Debbie help with?

Debbie supports people with LGBT matters, relationship difficulties, grief, depression and ADHD. She also focuses on communication issues, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose and social anxiety.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is plainspoken and practical. Sessions centre on what is causing distress now and on small steps that can make daily life easier.

What experience does she have?

She has five years of professional experience working in mental health. That includes roles in community and personal settings which inform her approach.

What credentials and location are listed?

Debbie is registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, abbreviated BACP. She is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does she offer?

Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options allow different ways to talk that fit varied schedules and needs.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief

Also listed

Experience: 5 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Debbie

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Debbie Sloan, BACP

Background and approach

Approaches that guide online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with lgbt