Anna Clifton, BACP

Anna Clifton works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by low mood, anxiety, relationship strain or major life changes. She helps with stress, bereavement, addiction concerns and the kinds of problems that make day-to-day life harder. Anna is based in the United Kingdom and practises as a BACP counsellor. She has five years' experience supporting people through difficult moments.

Her approach is straightforward and person-centred. She aims to listen closely and respond with respect and compassion. Conversations and any plan are shaped around what each person needs, rather than a one-size-fits-all method.

In sessions she will help you talk through what matters most. That may include coping strategies for anxiety, rebuilding confidence after loss, or practical steps for managing stress and relationship tensions. She also works with people facing issues such as abandonment, caregiving strain, ageing and geriatric issues, and midlife questions.

Anna describes therapy as a collaborative process. She will tailor the pace and focus to your goals and life situation. People can expect calm, steady support while they try out new ways of handling problems.

Taking the first step can feel hard. Anna aims to make that first step easier by offering clear guidance on next steps and helping people plan the start of therapy in a way that fits their life.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Anna uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on helping people manage mood, relationships and life transitions. One commonly used approach is person-centred work, which puts the person's goals and experience at the heart of the sessions and helps build confidence and clearer thinking. Another common strand is practical coping skills training, which teaches step-by-step ways to manage anxiety, stress and day-to-day symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to decide which methods suit their needs and goals. That means checking in about what helps, adjusting pace, and trying different ways of working until the best fit emerges.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and avoiding travel time so therapy can be easier to attend. Because the original biography does not specify which session formats are used, confirm available options before booking. Finding a way to make sessions fit your routine is a key part of starting work together.