Abbie Bonnett

• LGBT and gender identity
• Relationship communication
• Client-Centred Therapy

About Abbie

Abbie Bonnett works with people on sexual and gender identity, relationship difficulties, intimacy problems and ADHD using a client-centred approach. She is registered with NCPS and has three years of experience as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.

Abbie uses a client-centred way of working. That means she listens carefully and helps people make sense of their thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual, and on practical ways to manage strong emotions and everyday challenges.

She has particular experience around LGBT issues and gender identity, and supports people exploring transgender, non-binary and gender nonconforming experiences. She also works with questions about gender dysphoria and the wider impacts of identity on daily life.

Relationships are another area of focus. Abbie can help with communication problems, attachment-related concerns, intimacy issues, non-monogamous dynamics such as polyamory, and recovery after infidelity. She recently qualified in intimate partner and couples-related work and brings that understanding into individual sessions where relevant.

Other areas she addresses include ADHD, obsessive-compulsive behaviours, panic and trauma-related stress, body image, shame and isolation. She also supports people exploring kink, BDSM and alternative sexual cultures without judgement.

Sessions are conducted in English and are based in the UK. International clients are not accepted. To begin, people use the site matching process to choose a counsellor and book an initial appointment.

How her approaches inform online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens without directing, reflects what is said and helps people find their own answers. This approach suits identity work, relationship questions and issues such as anxiety or shame because it focuses on the client’s perspective.

She applies this way of working to conversations about gender and sexuality, relationship dynamics and neurodiversity. That means sessions often centre on understanding experiences, clarifying values and finding practical steps to reduce distress or improve communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs with the client and agree together which way of working fits best. This is a collaborative decision and can be reviewed as things change.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work, appointments and family life, and can reduce travel time. Some formats need less bandwidth or can be shorter for a quick check-in, while other arrangements allow longer conversations when needed.

Topics Abbie lists

• LGBT
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Intimacy-related issues
• ADHD
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Autism and Asperger Syndrome
• BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
• Body image
• Communication problems
• Forgiveness
• Gender dysphoria
• Guilt and shame
• Impulsivity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Polyamory and non-monogamous relationships
• Post-traumatic stress
• Prejudice and discrimination
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy

Questions about Abbie

Does she work with gender identity concerns?

Yes. She supports transgender, non-binary and gender nonconforming people and works with gender dysphoria and related identity questions.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She practises client-centred therapy, which focuses on listening, understanding and helping people find their own solutions.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.

Where is she based and what are her credentials?

She is based in the United Kingdom and holds NCPS as her listed credential.

Can I have sessions in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

No. She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats does she use?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are costs and payments handled?

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