Counsellor profile
Shirley-Anne Bingham, BACP
Counsellor - stress and life changes
See online counselling options- Person-centred approach
- Trauma informed practice
- Experience with chronic illness
About Shirley-Anne
Shirley-Anne Bingham is a counsellor and coach who is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has seven years' experience working full time in NHS and charity settings. She works with stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes.
Her background includes supporting people through bereavement, anxiety, depression and relationship breakdown. She also has experience with trauma, chronic illness care including cancer, neurodiversity, menopause, domestic abuse and workplace problems. This experience comes from years of front-line work in public and voluntary services.
Her approach is person-centred and trauma informed. That means conversations begin with what matters most to the individual. The counsellor listens to the problem, and helps someone notice what is getting in the way of change.
Sessions are collaborative. Shirley-Anne and the client review progress and adjust focus as needed. Goals may change as understanding grows about personal patterns and responses.
She aims for practical, straightforward work that targets everyday difficulties. The emphasis is on clear steps and checking what actually helps. People who want direct conversation about life changes, health-related strain or workplace stress may find this style helpful.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Shirley-Anne uses person-centred work and a trauma informed approach. Person-centred work focuses on attentive listening and helping someone name what matters most. It can suit people who want straightforward conversation about feelings, self esteem or life decisions. A trauma informed approach pays attention to how past harm affects present reactions and aims to avoid repeating unhelpful patterns.These approaches are practical in conversation and often pair well with other evidence-based techniques depending on need. Finding the right fit is part of the work. The counsellor will collaborate with the client to agree which methods to try and will review progress together as sessions continue.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking. Many people choose online sessions because they can fit appointments around work and family time, reduce travel, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. When you enquire, Shirley-Anne will explain the session formats she offers and help arrange times that suit everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly help with?
She commonly helps with stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as workplace issues and chronic illness support.
What is her therapeutic style?
She works in a person-centred way and uses a trauma informed stance. Work is collaborative and focuses on what the client finds most important.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years' full time experience working as a therapist in NHS and charity settings.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a counselling arrangement?
Use the See online counselling options button, 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.