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Stilyana Massey, BACP

Stilyana Massey is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief and low self-esteem.

About Stilyana

Stilyana Massey is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief and low self-esteem. She writes plans with each person so sessions stay relevant and clear. Her approach suits someone who wants practical conversation and steady support through change.

She draws on client-centred work to put the person at the heart of the sessions. That means the conversation follows what matters to the client and moves at a comfortable pace.

Background and approach

She also uses cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and try small behaviour changes that can make day-to-day life feel easier. Solution-focused tools are used to set short-term goals and notice progress between sessions. This keeps therapy goal-directed and practical when people need quick shifts or a clear starting point.

Stilyana adapts methods to match what each person needs rather than applying a single formula. Stilyana has four years of professional experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She works from the United Kingdom and holds conversations in English and Bulgarian.

Her background includes helping people cope with life transitions and the emotional impact of illness and caregiving. People who prefer straightforward language and a calm, respectful tone often find her style helpful. She aims to support clients gently while challenging unhelpful patterns when needed.

Taking the first step can feel hard and she offers a steady, collaborative way to begin that process.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	406095	January 2027

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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 Stilyana names

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How online counselling and therapy approaches work

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and creating a space where the person sets the pace and topics. It helps when someone needs acceptance, empathy and a chance to talk problems through without judgement.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It helps people notice unhelpful thinking, try small behavioural experiments and develop clearer coping strategies for anxiety, low mood and panic attacks.

Solution-focused therapy is short-term and goal-directed. It concentrates on small, achievable steps and on spotting improvements between sessions to build momentum and hope.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to find which methods match their needs, goals and preferences. Plans are reviewed as therapy progresses and adjustments are made together.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, and messaging suits brief check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family or mobility needs while keeping the focus on practical progress and everyday coping.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems can be discussed in sessions?

Sessions address stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus a range of related concerns such as body image, caregiver stress and panic attacks.

How would you describe the therapy style?

The style blends client-centred listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused work to set goals and try small changes.

What is Stilyana's professional background?

She has four years of professional experience helping people with stress, anxiety, grief and related issues and adapts sessions to individual needs.

Where is this counsellor based and what credential does she hold?

She works in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Bulgarian.

What formats are used for online sessions?

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

How are sessions billed and what do they cost?

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

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

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