About Heather
Heather McDermid is a counsellor who works from a person-centred, client-focused way. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Heather believes the connection between counsellor and client is central to change and aims to build that connection from the first session.
She meets people with respect and sensitivity. Heather listens to what matters to each person and helps them find their own direction. Sessions are offered for concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting strain, self-esteem and career questions.
How Heather works
Heather uses plain language and a calm style in sessions. The work is practical as well as reflective - clients talk through what feels hard and try out small shifts that can make daily life easier. She encourages people to notice strengths they already have and to practise new ways of coping between sessions.
With four years of experience, Heather has supported people through life changes and painful events. She is passionate about counselling and stays focused on what each person needs in the moment. Heather invites anyone who wants to explore their situation to take the first step and see if the approach feels right.
The initial steps are simple and straightforward. A short questionnaire helps match priorities, and then appointments are arranged to suit the person’s schedule. Heather aims for sessions that are manageable and useful from the start.
Heather lists one way of working on the entry:
What Heather works with
The areas below are the ones Heather selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Depression
Also listed
- Addictions
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Coping with life changes
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Trauma and abuse
Training and background
| Register | BACP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 4 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
How Heather's Person-Centred Approach Works Online
Client-centred therapy puts the person and their experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens without judgement, reflects what they hear and helps the client find their own solutions. This approach is useful for anxiety, low mood, relationship issues and navigating life changes.In practice Heather focuses on building a trusted working relationship online. She uses calm, attentive listening and practical conversation to help people notice strengths and try small changes. Figuring out which way of working suits someone is collaborative; Heather will discuss goals and preferences and adapt the approach as therapy progresses.
Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video works well for face-to-face conversation and emotional work. Phone sessions are handy when bandwidth is limited or a quieter, simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging can fit brief updates or ongoing reflection between longer sessions. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, childcare and other commitments, while allowing people to keep continuity of care with their chosen counsellor.
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