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Patricia Telfer, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Self esteem Depression

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Patricia Telfer offers down-to-earth support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem or depression. She aims to make the first step easier by creating a straightforward, non-judgemental space where people can speak openly about what is worrying them. Patricia uses a clear and honest style.

She listens, reflects what she hears and helps people work out practical next steps. Some people come for a short series of sessions to untangle thoughts and plan what to do next.

Background and approach

Others stay longer while they build coping skills and feel steadier. With three years of professional experience she draws on her BACP registration to guide her work. Sessions focus on what matters most to each person, such as relationships, grief, sleep problems, parenting strains, anger or coping with life changes.

She also supports people dealing with control issues and learning to practise more self-love. In sessions Patricia hopes to help clients clarify their priorities and develop realistic, concrete strategies. Conversations are direct but warm, aiming to leave people better able to handle day-to-day pressures.

The overall goal is greater confidence and clearer plans for moving forward. People meet Patricia by choosing a session format that suits them and scheduling at a time that fits. She works in English and provides a mix of video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to match different needs.

How client-centred therapy works online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor. The counsellor listens without judging, reflects back what they hear and helps the person explore their feelings. This approach can help with anxiety, low self-esteem, stress and decisions about relationships or life changes.

Patricia will work collaboratively to find the best way forward. She will check what feels useful, adjust the balance of listening and practical suggestions, and agree goals with each person. Finding the right approach is part of the work together rather than a one-time decision.

The online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls let people keep face-to-face contact from wherever they are. Phone sessions can be a simpler check-in if bandwidth is limited or a shorter break fits a busy day. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer writing to speaking or need flexible, ongoing support between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family commitments and daily life while keeping the focus on what the client wants to achieve.

What kinds of problems does Patricia help with?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression, and supports those coping with grief, sleep problems, parenting strains, anger and major life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Patricia uses a client-centred approach, listening closely and responding with clear, honest feedback to help people find their own solutions.

How much professional experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and practical concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

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

Which languages and countries are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients outside the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.

How does payment and cost work?

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 Patricia?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to the therapist's listed availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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Also listed

Anger management
Control issues
Coping with life changes
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self-love
Sleeping disorders

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centred Therapy

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Patricia

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Patricia Telfer, BACP

Background and approach

How client-centred therapy works online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety