Counsellor profile
Diane Smith, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
About Diane
Counsellor Diane Smith is a BACP member with three years' experience. She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Diane describes herself as someone who sees clients as experts in their own lives and works alongside them to address what is hard right now.
Diane uses a mix of approaches to suit each person. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and actions. Attachment-based and client-centred ideas guide how she attends to relationships and personal history. She also references Jungian ideas when exploring symbolism and personal meaning.
Sessions focus on practical conversation and reflection. Diane aims to identify small, manageable steps that people can try between meetings. She helps people notice patterns, try different responses, and review what works for them.
Her style is conversational and straight-forward. She encourages people to name what feels important and to set simple goals for change. Meetings are arranged through the site's booking process and begin with a short matching questionnaire.
Diane works in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. For international requests she does not accept clients at present. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that may be cancelled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches used in online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is about noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people choose actions that match their values even when emotions are difficult, which can be useful for anxiety and low mood.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together. It offers practical strategies for testing unhelpful thoughts and changing patterns that keep problems going, often used for anxiety and depression.
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns affect present connections. It helps people understand attachment styles and make different choices in relationships and communication.
Diane will work with each person to find the best approach. She discusses needs, goals and preferences and adjusts methods as the work develops. Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process during the first few meetings.
The biography does not list the exact session formats offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family commitments, avoid travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals often find remote sessions useful for continuity of care and for keeping regular appointments when life is busy.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. There is also a wider focus on concerns such as attachment issues, body image and addiction-related problems.
What is her usual therapeutic style?
Diane combines conversational, client-centred listening with active strategies from CBT and ACT. She aims to help people notice patterns and try small, practical steps between sessions.
How long has she been practising?
She has three years of professional experience working with adults on emotional and relationship concerns.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at present.
What formats are available for sessions?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Check the booking details for exact pricing.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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