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Zhanna Murphy, NCPS

Credentials
NCPS
Experience
4 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Russian
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression

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Zhanna Murphy is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She speaks English and Russian and works with people who bring stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief and struggles with relationships. Zhanna also helps those facing addiction, parenting pressures, sleep problems and the strain of chronic illness.

Before moving into independent practice Zhanna gained experience in agency settings. She has supported people who cope with trauma, emotional regulation difficulties and family-related conflict.

Background and approach

Her background includes work with abandonment issues, attachment problems and codependency concerns. Zhanna uses a blend of approaches rather than a single method. That lets her tailor sessions to what a person needs and prefers.

She draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships shape current patterns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is part of her toolkit to help people spot unhelpful thinking and try out different behaviours. She also uses client-centred methods to create a respectful space where a person’s own goals guide the work.

Sessions can include practical exercises, guided reflection and mindfulness practices to manage stress and build coping skills. Zhanna aims for straightforward, practical conversations focused on small, doable changes. People who choose her often want a calm, collaborative counsellor who adapts to their situation and communicates clearly about next steps.

How these approaches work online

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current connections. Online sessions can help spot recurring patterns in how a person relates to others and build safer ways of connecting in relationships.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, breaks down worries and unhelpful thinking into small parts. In remote sessions that can mean practical exercises, behaviour experiments and simple thought logs to try between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose methods that match their goals, needs and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video works well for face-to-face conversation and visual exercises, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and messaging suit quick check-ins, written reflection or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, childcare and daily life.
What kinds of problems does Zhanna address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship strain, plus concerns like addiction, parenting pressures, sleep difficulties and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and collaborative, blending client-centred listening with tools from cognitive behavioural and attachment-based approaches to support change.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Zhanna has four years of professional experience working in both agency and personal contexts.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Russian.
Can I have sessions from outside the UK?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are arranged for people located within the United Kingdom.
What formats are used for sessions?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do fees and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is managed via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; to begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

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Experience
4 years
Registered with
NCPS
Languages
English, Russian

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