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Ayallah Richards-Mitchell, BACP

Ayallah Richards-Mitchell works with people who are looking for practical support with stress, anxiety and problems with focus.

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About Ayallah

Ayallah Richards-Mitchell works with people who are looking for practical support with stress, anxiety and problems with focus. She uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods and a respectful approach when meeting new clients. Ayallah holds BACP registration and practises from the United Kingdom.

Ayallah keeps sessions simple and goal-focused. She listens first and then helps people decide what matters most to them. For concentration and attention issues she uses techniques that can improve focus and memory in everyday life.

Background and approach

For mood or anxiety concerns she helps people notice unhelpful thinking and develop small, doable changes. She also supports people dealing with trauma, grief, anger and relationship strain. When parenting or family pressures are present she helps an individual make clearer plans and boundaries.

Seasonal Affective Disorder is another area she watches for and addresses practically. Her work mixes Client-Centred ideas with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused tools. She also draws on Psychodynamic thinking to help understand longer standing patterns when that is useful.

The approach is adapted to each person rather than one-size-fits-all. Ayallah aims to be compassionate and direct. She invites honest conversation and creates a plan together.

Taking the first step can feel hard and she focuses on small, achievable steps to move forward.

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BACP	408434	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.

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Focus areas and approaches

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

Stress, Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
ADHD
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Ways of working Ayallah names

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How therapy approaches translate to online sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and helping the person lead the conversation. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so people can find their own solutions, which often helps with low mood and relationship worries.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions interact. It teaches simple tools to test unhelpful thoughts and build new habits, which can be useful for anxiety, depression and attention difficulties.

Ayallah will work with each person to find the right mix of approaches. She will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then adapt sessions over time. Deciding together which method to use is part of the therapeutic process.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can be easier when a shorter check-in is needed or bandwidth is low. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing or want to fit therapy into a busy day. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care and try different formats until the best fit is found.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Ayallah help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger and relationship strain, plus attention and focus issues like ADHD and Seasonal Affective Disorder.

What style of therapy can I expect?

Sessions combine Client-Centred listening with Cognitive Behavioural and Solution-Focused techniques, and sometimes Psychodynamic ideas to explore longer patterns.

How long has she been practising?

She has three years of professional experience working with people on a range of concerns.

Where does Ayallah practise and what credential does she hold?

She is based in the United Kingdom and is listed with BACP as a credential.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Yes, she accepts international clients and can offer sessions across borders.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Ayallah?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.