Denise Richards , BACP

Denise Richards is a counsellor who helps people facing anxiety, stress, relationship strain and life changes. She works with individuals on issues such as depression, grief, eating concerns and parenting stress. Denise uses straightforward language and a calm, steady approach so people feel heard and understood from the first session.

She blends several practical ways of working so sessions fit each person. That means talking through thoughts and behaviours, noticing emotional patterns from the past, and setting small steps to move forward. Denise draws on six years of experience in therapeutic roles across community and voluntary services in the United Kingdom.

Her background includes work with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, people affected by domestic abuse, trafficked women, and disadvantaged young people. She has also worked in school settings and in low-cost counselling services, which has shaped a practical, down-to-earth style. She is a BACP member, which is listed as her credential.

Sessions often focus on making daily life more manageable. Denise helps people identify unhelpful thinking, rebuild self-esteem, and cope with grief or loss. She also supports those navigating career shifts, commitment concerns or midlife questions.

People can expect a mix of listening, reflective conversation and goal-focused tasks. Denise tailors each session to what the person needs in the moment. She aims to make therapy a steady, supportive companion while someone works through change.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Denise draws on client-centred counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy to help people make practical changes. Client-centred work focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience so they feel heard and can explore difficult feelings. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at thoughts and behaviours, and uses small experiments or tasks to reduce anxiety and manage mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then shape sessions around those choices. This is a collaborative process so adjustments can be made as needs change.

Online therapy gives practical flexibility. Video calls are useful for a full conversation when visual cues help, while phone sessions suit people with limited bandwidth or who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, journalling between appointments or when a shorter, more frequent touchpoint helps maintain momentum.

Overall, online options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and caregiving demands. Registered or accredited professionals can use these formats to offer continuity of care and tailored support regardless of where someone is located in the United Kingdom.