- ACT
- CBT
- Emotionally-Focused
About Dea
Dea Richardson is a counsellor registered with NCPS and has eight years of practice in the United Kingdom. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, bipolar difficulties, relationship and family concerns, and a range of trauma-related issues. She also supports those coping with life changes, career questions and challenges such as low self-esteem or body image concerns.
Her approach is practical and person-focused. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused work to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try small changes. Sessions involve listening, checking real-life goals and practising skills that can be used between meetings.
Dea works with people who have experienced abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, and dissociation. She also addresses concerns like codependency, communication problems, blended family stress, bereavement and recovery after narcissistic abuse. Where complex trauma or PTSD is present, she uses methods intended to reduce distress and increase emotional regulation.
The style in sessions is collaborative and straightforward. She helps set short-term goals, teaches grounding and emotion-regulation strategies, and reviews progress together. Practical tools are mixed with space to tell your story and reflect on what matters next.
Sessions are conducted in English and Dea accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and use a subscription you can cancel at any time. To begin, follow the platform matching steps and book an initial appointment.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and when life feels directionless. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and teaches practical skills for stress, depression and anxiety. Emotionally-Focused work concentrates on emotional patterns in relationships and helps people understand and change how they respond to strong feelings.Finding the best fit is part of the work. Dea will discuss which approach or combination may suit personal goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can change over time as needs evolve.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around studies, work and daily life, and they can reduce travel time and logistical barriers. They also allow for shorter check-ins or sessions that do not require being on camera, which can suit busy routines or lower-energy days.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with for young adults?
She helps with anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, and issues common in early adulthood like career stress and identity pressures.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused work. Sessions focus on practical skills, realistic goals and talking through personal experiences.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, PTSD, anxiety and addictions.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Yes. Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
Which session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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