Barbara Harrison , BACP

Barbara Harrison is a BACP counsellor who helps people facing relationship strain, low self-esteem, anxiety and stress. She also supports those dealing with grief, trauma and major life changes. Her manner is warm and respectful and she aims to make the first step feel manageable.

She keeps conversations straightforward and tailors sessions to each person's needs. That can mean practical coaching around career decisions or quieter work on painful memories. Sessions are guided by the client's priorities rather than a fixed agenda.

Barbara uses a mix of talking approaches to suit different problems. She draws on client-centred listening to build trust and uses mindfulness practices to help with overwhelming feelings. Elements from psychodynamic and trauma-focused work can be woven in when deeper patterns or past harm are part of the picture.

People often come for help with intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, anger or compassion fatigue. She also supports those navigating separation, communication breakdowns, or the emotional effects of ageing and end-of-life matters. Autism, attachment difficulties and dissociation are within her scope of interest.

Sessions may include short-term coaching tasks or longer therapeutic exploration depending on what someone wants. Barbara explains options clearly and helps people choose the pace that suits them. She brings five years of professional practice and a practical, person-centred approach to each meeting.

Therapeutic approaches and remote sessions

Barbara often draws on client-centred therapy which focuses on listening, empathy and supporting people to find their own answers. This approach suits work on self-esteem, stress and everyday relationship concerns. She also uses trauma-focused therapy to address the effects of past harm, with techniques aimed at reducing distress and helping people feel safer in day-to-day life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and suggest ways of working that match those aims. Clients and the therapist review progress together and adapt the plan when needed so the work stays relevant and useful.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video gives face-to-face interaction, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging suits brief check-ins or ongoing written reflection. These options help people fit sessions around work, caregiving or other commitments while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.