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Päivi Griffiths, BACP

Päivi Griffiths is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety and low mood.

About Päivi

Päivi Griffiths is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety and low mood. She welcomes honest conversations about relationships, trauma and self-esteem. Päivi speaks English, Finnish and Swedish and practises in the United Kingdom.

PHaving worked for six years in therapeutic settings, Päivi draws on client-centred therapy to guide sessions. That means she listens first and follows what each person brings. The aim is to make space for someone to tell their story and to build on the strengths they already have.

Background and approach

Sessions are practical and straightforward. Conversations often focus on understanding patterns - for example around relationships, attachment and communication - and then trying small changes that feel manageable. Päivi also supports people dealing with grief, abandonment, body image worries, codependency and guilt.

She approaches work with warmth and unconditional positive regard. That phrase means the therapist accepts the person without judgement while they work through difficult feelings. The focus stays on what matters to the client and on realistic steps toward feeling better.

People who prefer to use Finnish or Swedish can do so. Päivi uses clear language and aims to keep sessions calm and steady, which many clients find helpful when anxiety or past trauma feels overwhelming.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	380595	September 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

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Ways of working Päivi names

Client-Centred Therapy

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Client-centred care online and how it helps

PPäivi uses client-centred therapy as her main approach. This way of working focuses on listening deeply and following what each person brings to the session. It suits people who want a supportive space to make sense of anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship worries.

The process of finding the right approach is collaborative. Päivi will work with the client to decide what feels most helpful, adjusting the style of sessions to match goals and preferences. That might mean more reflective conversations some weeks and practical problem-solving in others.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions can be a good shorter check-in or require less bandwidth. Live chat and messaging are useful for people who prefer to write, want brief check-ins between sessions, or need flexibility around work or travel. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep continuity even when routines change.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Päivi help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and issues with self-esteem. Additional focuses include abandonment, attachment, body image and codependency.

What style of therapy is used in sessions?

Päivi uses client-centred therapy which emphasises listening and following the client's pace. The approach helps people feel heard and build on their own strengths.

How much experience does she have?

Päivi has six years of professional experience working as a psychotherapeutic counsellor in the UK.

What credentials and location are relevant?

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

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, Finnish and Swedish.

What session formats are available?

Therapy can be done by video call, phone session, live chat or text-based messaging depending on preference.

How are fees and payments handled?

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

How do I begin working with Päivi?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.