Counsellor profile
Derri Canning, BACP
Counsellor - stress and anxiety support
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and grief
- Addictions and OCD
About Derri
Counsellor Derri Canning is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, with four years of practice. She works with people on stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression and coping with life changes. She also lists support for issues such as addictions, grief, LGBT concerns and relationship challenges.
Derri keeps sessions straightforward. She listens to the problem and helps people break it down into manageable steps. Sessions aim to identify practical strategies for day-to-day coping, and to look at patterns that make things harder over time.
Her work includes helping people with sleep and eating difficulties, parenting strain, and work-related pressures. She also notes experience with people facing obsessive thoughts, jealousy, infidelity and process addictions like gambling or exercise. Postpartum depression and seasonal affective disorder are also on her list of focus areas.
Derri says she uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts her way of working to the needs a person brings. She explains options and discusses what might help most, rather than promising a specific outcome. The emphasis is on clear steps, short-term problem solving where useful, and reviewing progress as therapy continues.
Sessions are offered in English. Derri works from the United Kingdom and accepts international clients. Practical details such as fees vary with location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled.
Approaches used and how online counselling works
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are mentioned in the profile as the basis for Derri's work. One common approach is structured problem-solving, which breaks a concern into smaller parts and works through practical steps. This can help with stress, day-to-day coping and settling routines.Another typical method is behavioural work that changes patterns linked to sleep, eating or unhelpful habits. This involves setting small, measurable tasks and reviewing progress over time, which can suit issues such as process addictions or insomnia.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will talk about different methods and decide with the client which fits best based on their needs and goals. This is a collaborative process and may change as therapy progresses.
The profile does not list specific session formats. Please check the session options before booking so you know what is offered. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth options. Registered or accredited professionals will explain practical arrangements when you enquire.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly address?
Derri lists stress, anxiety, low self esteem, depression and coping with life changes among her main areas. Her profile also notes work with addictions, grief, relationships and a range of other concerns.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical steps people can try in daily life. The counsellor discusses options and adapts the approach to each person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional practice experience working with a variety of mental health and life issues.
What are her credentials and location?
Derri is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages does she use for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients as noted in the profile.
What are the session formats?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and first steps handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.