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Anna Gardner, BACP

Anna Gardner is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and depression.

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About Anna

Anna Gardner is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and depression. She writes and listens with care and aims to make sessions straightforward and practical. Anna draws on five years of experience to guide conversations toward clearer thinking and manageable steps.

Her style is warm and focused. She aims to build trust and respect so people feel able to speak honestly.

Background and approach

Sessions are tailored to what each person needs, with everyday language and practical suggestions rather than jargon. Anna works with a broad range of concerns related to attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, and communication problems. She also supports people dealing with addiction issues, infidelity, isolation and life purpose questions.

Practical topics such as money stress and midlife change are part of her work too. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques chosen to match the person in front of her. That may mean short-term strategies for coping with intense feelings, or more reflective work to understand long-standing patterns.

The aim is to help people notice what is getting in the way and try different ways of responding. Anna is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Sessions are offered in English and are arranged online by appointment.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	400724	March 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Anna lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues

Practical approaches and online therapy options

Anna uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what helps in everyday life. One approach emphasises learning practical coping skills for managing anxiety and stress, such as short grounding exercises and clear routines to reduce overwhelm. These techniques are useful when symptoms are intense and immediate relief is needed.

Another strand of her work looks at patterns in relationships and attachment. This involves talking through past and present relationship dynamics to understand why certain responses keep repeating, and then practising different ways of communicating and setting boundaries. That kind of work can help with issues like abandonment, infidelity and ongoing conflict.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Anna will work with each person to decide which methods suit their circumstances, goals and preferences, and she adapts as the work progresses. Clients are involved in choosing goals and reviewing what works.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let you use visual cues and a fuller conversation. Phone sessions are useful when lower bandwidth or hands-free time is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins, written reflection, and contact between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and everyday life.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Anna help with?

Anna supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and grief. She also works with issues like abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and communication difficulties.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is warm and practical, focused on clear listening and building trust. Sessions use plain language and aim to turn insight into everyday changes.

What experience does Anna have?

She has five years of experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns. That experience informs how she tailors techniques to each person.

What credentials and location are listed?

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

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats does she offer?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are costs and payments handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are managed through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with Anna?

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