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Anne Ryan-Thomas, BACP

Anne Ryan-Thomas helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties.

About Anne

Anne Ryan-Thomas helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. She also supports clients dealing with addiction, trauma, mood issues such as depression or bipolar, and life changes like career shifts or parenting challenges. Anne is described as approachable and practical in her work style.

She draws on 12 years of experience as a practising counsellor and lists registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Background and approach

Before training as a counsellor she worked for 20 years as a nurse in the NHS, which shapes her interest in health, chronic illness and the connections between body and mind. Sessions are tailored to each person. Anne adapts what she does to suit the individual rather than using one set method for everyone.

She uses client-centred listening to build understanding, cognitive behavioural ideas to address unhelpful thinking, and creative or narrative tools when they suit a person’s story. In practice she aims for clear, down-to-earth conversations. People can expect a mix of talking, practical strategies and reflective work about patterns and meanings.

That makes it easier to cope with everyday pressures and to find small changes that help. Her background in nursing also informs support for caregivers and those with long-term health concerns. Anne works in English and offers sessions online in formats that include video calls, phone, live chat and text-based messaging.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability, using a cancellable subscription plan.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	57853	November 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 Anne lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Anne names

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Therapeutic approaches suited to online work

Client-centred therapy puts the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. The therapist listens closely and follows the client’s pace, aiming to build understanding and respect. This approach helps when someone needs space to be heard and to explore feelings without pressure.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on how thoughts and behaviours interact. It uses practical exercises and tools to challenge unhelpful thinking and to introduce small behaviour changes, which can ease anxiety, low mood and stress.

Existential therapy invites reflection on meaning, values and life choices. It can be useful for people facing major life transitions or questions about purpose and identity.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs, and try different ways of working to discover what helps most. Decisions about methods are collaborative and reviewed as therapy progresses.

Online sessions offer flexibility for people juggling work, family or health needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that is helpful. Phone sessions reduce bandwidth needs and can be easier on difficult days. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins or when writing feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to continue work from different locations.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Anne commonly help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, relationship and family issues, addictions, trauma, mood disorders and life changes such as career or parenting challenges.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is practical and flexible, combining listening with workable strategies. She adapts methods to suit each person’s needs and preferences.

What background and experience does she bring?

Anne has 12 years’ experience as a counsellor and previously worked for 20 years as an NHS nurse, which informs her interest in health-related issues and the mind-body connection.

Which credentials and location apply?

She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

In which languages are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Anne offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions charged?

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 scheduling sessions according to the therapist’s availability.