- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- CBT and ACT methods
About Phillippa
Phillippa Stacy is a BACP counsellor with nine years' experience based in the United Kingdom. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, anger and depression, along with addictions and coping with life changes. Phillippa also supports those dealing with intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, and self-esteem issues.
She offers a straightforward, client-centred approach. Sessions focus on talking through what is happening now, spotting unhelpful patterns, and trying small, practical changes. Phillippa draws on her experience of living with a long-term medical condition to inform her understanding of chronic illness and caregiver stress.
Her methods include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy, alongside a Humanistic, client-centred stance. These approaches are used to help with mood, relationships and managing overwhelming thoughts and feelings.
Phillippa aims to work in a direct and transparent way. She helps people examine their choices, update personal scripts, and build clearer communication habits. Many clients use this process to regain a sense of agency and to manage life transitions more confidently.
She also provides clinical supervision for therapists, using a broad understanding of mental health conditions to inform that work. For people considering therapy, Phillippa encourages completing a brief match questionnaire and scheduling an initial session to discuss goals and practical next steps.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that matter to them. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and feeling stuck. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past relationships shape current ways of relating and can help with intimacy, communication and trust. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviours, offering specific strategies to change unhelpful patterns and manage symptoms like anxiety and depression.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. Phillippa will discuss options with each person and agree a plan based on their needs, goals and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change as work progresses.
Please confirm session formats before booking as the biography does not list specific online methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work or care commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find video helps them read body language, while others prefer phone sessions for lower bandwidth or a simpler check-in. Registered or accredited professionals will outline the available formats when you book so you can choose what fits your life.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Pillippa works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, anger and addictions. She also supports people with eating and sleeping problems, self-esteem and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and client-centred. Sessions focus on discussing current difficulties, identifying unhelpful patterns and trying practical changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist in the UK.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a BACP Therapist and a registered member MBACP, practising in the United Kingdom.
Can I see her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients as well as people in the UK. Sessions are conducted in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats. Check the booking information to see which formats are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to discuss goals and next steps.
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