Anne Ryan-Thomas

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Narrative and Jungian ideas

About Anne

Anne Ryan-Thomas works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, relationship strain and life transitions, using a blend of client-centred and cognitive approaches and creative methods. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 12 years' experience as a counsellor.

Anne adapts how she works to each person. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and on practical steps to manage difficult feelings. She draws on client-centred listening alongside cognitive techniques to help people notice patterns of thought and try different ways of responding.

Her earlier career included 20 years as a nurse in the NHS, which informs her interest in health-related issues and the connection between the body and mind. That background supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiver stress, sleep problems and the emotional impact of long-term conditions.

Anne also uses narrative and Jungian-informed ideas and creative approaches when these fit a client's preferences. These methods can help people tell and reframe difficult experiences and explore personal meaning in a concrete way.

She works with a wide range of concerns including addiction, trauma and abuse, eating and body image difficulties, ADHD, bipolar and mood problems, and compassion fatigue. Sessions aim to be practical and conversational, with options explored together to suit the person's goals.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Anne works in the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English.

Approaches used in online counselling and what they do

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on attentive listening and supporting the person to find their own solutions; it helps with building self-esteem and handling stress. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behaviour and offers practical exercises to reduce anxiety and manage mood. Existential Therapy asks questions about meaning and choice, which can help when people face big life changes or feel stuck.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what feels helpful, and then together they will agree which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can change over time as needs shift.

Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life and to maintain continuity between meetings. If you plan to book, please confirm the session formats currently offered before arranging appointments, as those details are set by the service. Many people find online sessions useful for shorter check-ins, quieter conversations without travel, or arranging meetings around work or caregiving commitments.

Topics Anne lists

• Stress and 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 and 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
• Quitting smoking or vaping
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Somatization
• Trichotillomania
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Existential Therapy
• Jungian Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Somatic Therapy
• Trauma-Focused Therapy

Questions about Anne

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. Anxiety is listed as a core concern and is addressed through client-centred methods and CBT techniques.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses client-centred therapy alongside cognitive behavioural approaches, narrative therapy and Jungian-informed ideas, plus creative methods when appropriate.

How much experience does she have?

She has 12 years' experience as a counsellor and previously worked for 20 years as a nurse in the NHS.

Is she registered with a professional body?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I book sessions from outside the UK?

International clients are not currently accepted; she works with people in the United Kingdom.

How are sessions organised and what do they cost?

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

How do I get started with her counselling?

Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.