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Shelley Wilman, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 30 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

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Shelley Wilman has worked in mental health for 30 years and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She draws on long experience to support people through difficult moments. Shelley values straightforward conversation and practical steps that fit each person's life.

She describes herself as an integrative practitioner who does not use a single fixed method. Sessions often begin with listening to what matters most to the person and building a clear idea of their goals.

Background and approach

From there she may use techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy or eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing, and she adapts the plan as progress is made. Shelley helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self esteem and depression. She also works with issues around relationships, intimacy, anger and family problems.

Other focused areas include body image, commitment and communication difficulties, separation and domestic violence, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. Her practice aims to treat the person, not just the problem. Conversations explore strengths, patterns and practical steps to change.

Shelley encourages people to name what they want to be different and to try small, manageable experiments between sessions. Sessions are offered in English and are provided to people in the United Kingdom. Shelley works through an online subscription model that allows people to choose session formats and schedule time according to what fits their life.

How Shelley uses different approaches in online therapy

Client-centred therapy puts the person at the centre of the work. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears and helps people clarify their own goals. This approach is useful when someone needs a safe space to sort out feelings and decide what matters most.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on how thoughts, feelings and actions link together. It uses practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour, so it can help with anxiety, low mood and stress.

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, known as EMDR, is a trauma-focused method that works with distressing memories. It can be used when past events continue to cause strong emotional or physical reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shelley will discuss options with the person and agree a way forward based on needs, goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and adaptable as progress is reviewed.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily life while keeping the focus on steady progress.

What kinds of problems does Shelley help with?

Shelley works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self esteem and depression. She also supports people with relationship and intimacy issues, anger and family-related concerns.

How would you describe her therapy style?

She follows an integrative, client-centred approach and adapts methods to each person. Conversations focus on understanding problems and testing practical steps to improve daily life.

What is her background and experience?

Shelley has 30 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and uses that experience to guide assessment and treatment planning.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available online?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled?

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 her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 30 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Shelley Wilman, BACP

Background and approach

How Shelley uses different approaches in online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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