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Leanne Coley, BACP

Practical counselling for anxiety and life change

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About Leanne

Leanne Coley supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She also focuses on issues such as divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, social anxiety and phobia, and concerns often described as men's issues or women's issues. Leanne works in English and is based in the United Kingdom.

Leanne has three years of professional practice and holds BACP registration, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy credential.

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How Leanne works

She has worked within the Criminal Justice System supporting victims and witnesses and people involved in criminal proceedings. That experience informs a calm, steady approach when difficult events are part of a person's story. Her way of working is practical and person-centred.

She assumes people know their own story and brings questions that help uncover strengths and options. Sessions focus on small, achievable steps and clearer thinking rather than long lectures or jargon. Leanne aims to create a space where someone can talk honestly about what is hard right now.

She listens without rushing and helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck. Together they plan realistic changes that fit everyday life. People choosing to work with Leanne will find straightforward guidance and encouragement.

She helps people build confidence, manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, and handle relationship stress. The work is collaborative and paced to each person's needs.

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What Leanne works with

The areas below are the ones Leanne selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.

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Training and background

Register BACP
Years in practice 3
Languages English
Session format Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging
Country United Kingdom

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Online support options

Approaches that shape online sessions

Leanne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One common approach helps people break down anxious or depressive thinking into manageable parts so they can try different responses and notice what helps. This method suits stress, anxiety and low mood by teaching clearer ways to respond to difficult thoughts and feelings.

Another approach emphasises trauma-informed listening and gradual rebuilding of safety and control after harmful events. It focuses on pacing, grounding and strengthening a person’s own coping skills rather than pushing for fast solutions. That approach can help people affected by abuse, trauma, and the fallout of separation or criminal justice involvement.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which techniques fit the client's goals, current needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can adapt as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face contact; phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited; live chat or messaging can suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These formats make it easier to fit counselling into busy lives and different routines.

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Common questions

What concerns does this counsellor help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression, and related matters such as divorce, guilt, loneliness, social anxiety and gender-specific concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and person-centred. Sessions focus on identifying strengths, noticing unhelpful patterns, and planning small, achievable steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom, including work in the Criminal Justice System supporting victims, witnesses and others involved in proceedings.
What credentials and location are recorded?
She is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do costs and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

A practical next step

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