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Mandy Parnell, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression

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Mandy Parnell helps people cope with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. She supports those dealing with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping difficulties, and life changes. Mandy also works with issues such as parenting strain, anger, bipolar mood challenges and career concerns.

She is a BACP member. Mandy trained with a BSc (Hons) in integrative counselling psychotherapy from the University of Roehampton and has practiced for 16 years.

Background and approach

That experience shapes a straightforward and warm approach in sessions. Mandy’s style is person-centred and practical. She listens first and then helps clients spot patterns in thoughts and behaviour.

She uses cognitive behavioural ideas alongside narrative and attachment-informed thinking to help people find clearer ways forward. Sessions aim to be collaborative. Mandy helps people set small, manageable goals and tries different ways of working until something fits.

She focuses on building a steady working relationship so people can talk honestly and make tested changes in everyday life. Many clients come wanting relief from anxiety, help after trauma, or support through major life transitions. Mandy will explore what matters most to you and tailor the work to those priorities, whether that means short-term problem solving or deeper reflection over time.

How Mandy's approaches work online

Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships shape how people feel and connect now. Online sessions can help someone notice patterns in relationships and try different ways of relating that feel safer and more satisfying.

Client-centred therapy focuses on being heard and understood. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflects what they say and helps them find their own solutions; this approach is useful for building trust and exploring difficult emotions.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts affect feelings and actions. It offers practical techniques to test unhelpful thoughts and change behaviours, which can help with anxiety, low mood and sleep problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mandy will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That may mean using short-term CBT tools for immediate relief or longer explorations using attachment and narrative ideas.

Online formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging - make therapy flexible. Video is close to an in-person conversation, phone calls use less bandwidth, chat can suit shorter check-ins, and messaging helps when written reflection feels easier. These options help fit sessions around work, family life and travel while still allowing meaningful therapeutic progress.
What kinds of difficulties does Mandy work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression, and with relationship strain, trauma and abuse. Her practice also covers eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, bipolar challenges and career issues.
What is Mandy's therapeutic style?
Mandy adopts a person-centred approach that is warm and collaborative. She combines that with cognitive behavioural and narrative ideas to focus on thoughts, behaviours and the stories people tell about themselves.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist. That time has been spent developing a practical, relationship-focused way of working.
What credential does Mandy hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds a BSc (Hons) in integrative counselling psychotherapy from the University of Roehampton. She practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. She accepts international clients for online work.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options allow for flexible appointment types depending on what suits you.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Pricing is therefore determined by those factors rather than a single fixed fee.
How do I begin working with Mandy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to therapist availability. The questionnaire helps match you and book a suitable time.

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Experience
16 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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