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Debra Maxwell, BACP

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

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Coping with life changes

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Debra Maxwell offers calm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma or life changes. She aims to make conversations straightforward and non-judgemental so clients can speak honestly about what worries them. Debra is a BACP counsellor with 18 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.

She uses a client-centred approach that focuses on the person rather than labels. Sessions focus on listening, reflecting and helping people find their own solutions.

Background and approach

That style can help with grief, low mood, bipolar and issues around self-esteem and motivation. Debra also works with concerns such as addictions, relationship and intimacy-related problems, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, and ADHD. She addresses trauma, post-traumatic stress and sexual assault and abuse with sensitivity and steady pacing.

Other areas she supports include workplace stress, caregiver strain and compassion fatigue. People often come wanting practical ways to cope day to day. Debra helps clients notice patterns, try new responses and practice skills between sessions.

She may bring in additional theories or tools to suit each person’s needs. Sessions are offered in English and Debra accepts international clients. She aims to be a steady presence while clients work through change, build self-compassion and move towards clearer goals.

How Debra’s approach works online

Client-centred therapy focuses on creating a respectful space where the client’s experience leads the conversation. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what they hear and helps the person make sense of feelings and choices. This approach is useful for anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship worries and many life transitions.

Debra may also draw on other supportive tools when needed to address trauma, stress, sleeping or eating difficulties. The choice of methods is discussed together so the plan fits each person’s goals and pace. Working this way is collaborative and aims to help clients try new responses between sessions.

Online therapy makes it easier to fit counselling into a busy life. Video calls let people use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be a good option for a clear, focused check-in. Live chat or text-based messaging allow brief updates, written reflection or shorter contacts between scheduled sessions. These options give flexibility and accessibility while keeping the work goal-focused and practical.

What concerns can Debra help with?

Debra supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and major life changes. She also works with issues such as addictions, relationship and intimacy-related problems, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger and low self-esteem.

How would sessions feel and what is the style?

Her style is client-centred, which means sessions focus on listening and reflecting rather than prescribing answers. The aim is to help people find their own understanding and practical ways to cope.

What is her professional background?

She has 18 years of professional experience working in counselling and related roles. That experience has included supporting people through trauma, bereavement, workplace stress and caregiver strain.

Where is Debra based and what credential does she hold?

Debra is based in the United Kingdom and is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to see Debra?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience: 18 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Debra Maxwell, BACP

Background and approach

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