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Janis Sims, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem

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Janis Sims uses a client-focused approach that centres each person’s lived experience. She believes people know their own story and brings a steady, respectful presence to help them work through stress, anxiety, trauma and parenting challenges. Janis’s style aims to build confidence and improve motivation so people can take clearer steps forward.

Janis has six years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Background and approach

Her work covers a wide range of concerns including depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and sleep or eating difficulties. She also supports people facing neurodiversity and attachment issues, adoption and foster care challenges, chronic illness and pain, and postpartum depression. Janis will talk through practical ways to manage mood, communication problems and feelings of isolation.

She pays attention to how past events and trauma can affect relationships and everyday life. Therapy sessions often focus on identifying strengths and small, realistic changes. Janis uses approaches from Client-Centred Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to suit different needs.

Sessions are grounded and straightforward, with clear goals and checkpoints. Janis offers work in English and Spanish and accepts international clients. She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.

The first step is a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling according to availability.

How Janis’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and helping people find their own solutions. It is useful when someone needs to feel heard and develop confidence in their choices.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance and reducing impulsive reactions. It can help with mood swings, overwhelming anxiety and difficulties with relationships.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy concentrates on how emotions affect close relationships and attachment. It is often used when people want clearer communication and deeper connection in their relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Janis will discuss goals and try different methods so the plan fits the person’s needs and preferences. She collaborates with each person to adjust focus and skills over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit into a busy day and use less data. Live chat and messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, ongoing coaching or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across time zones and busy schedules, while letting people choose the format that best suits their routine and communication style.
What concerns does Janis commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma-related difficulties. Parenting issues, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy problems are also in her remit.
Which therapy styles are used in sessions?
Her practice draws on Client-Centred Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. These approaches are combined to suit the person’s goals and situation.
How much experience does she have?
Janis has six years of professional experience working with people on a range of mental health and life challenges in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients may also be supported.
What session formats does she offer?
Sessions can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Different formats suit different routines and preferences.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are managed via a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that, schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
6 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English, Spanish

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