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Rosemary Cottam , BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

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Rosemary Cottam offers practical, evidence-based support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or depression. She is a BACP counsellor with seven years of experience. Rosemary aims to listen with respect and compassion while working alongside each person to find what helps them most.

She uses straightforward conversations to identify what is causing distress. Rosemary then helps people try manageable changes and coping steps that fit their life. Sessions are focused on building confidence, improving motivation and reducing unhelpful patterns.

Background and approach

Rosemary has supported people dealing with trauma and abuse, addiction struggles, grief and disruptions to sleep or eating. She also helps those facing relationship tensions, parenting pressures, anger and major life changes. ADHD and coaching needs are included within her range of support.

Her way of working is collaborative. Rosemary will tailor sessions to a person’s goals and pace rather than apply a fixed method. She explains options clearly and adapts the plan as progress is made.

People can expect calm, practical guidance and a focus on small, achievable steps. Rosemary’s approach centres on building coping skills, strengthening self-esteem and helping people make sustainable changes that suit their daily life.

Evidence-based approaches and online access

Rosemary uses well-established therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach she applies helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and patterns, then practise different ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and low mood. This method is useful for stress, worry and depression.

She also draws on trauma-informed strategies that emphasise safety, pacing and rebuilding coping skills after difficult experiences. These methods aim to reduce distressing reactions and strengthen day-to-day functioning following trauma or abuse.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Rosemary discusses options with each person and adjusts techniques to match their goals, preferences and pace. This collaborative process helps find the best fit rather than assuming one method suits everyone.

Online therapy offers flexibility and practical benefits. Video calls let people see facial cues and have fuller conversations, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter updates, ongoing coaching and people who prefer typing. These formats help fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping focus on achieving meaningful change.
What concerns does Rosemary help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, motivation and confidence issues, plus sleep and eating difficulties and addictions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using evidence-based techniques and straightforward conversation to identify helpful small steps and coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including grief, anger, relationship strain and parenting pressures.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a BACP counsellor and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Rosemary works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; costs vary with location and therapist availability.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
7 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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