Stella Sacarello , BACP

Stella Sacarello is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety and issues linked to being LGBT. She supports people facing grief, low self-esteem and the uncertainty that comes with big life changes. Stella works in English and brings a calm, respectful presence to sessions.

She trained and practises with a person-centred approach. That means she listens without judgement and treats each person as the expert on their own life. Sessions focus on what the client wants to change and on drawing out personal strengths that already exist.

Stella has three years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns. Alongside the main specialities she also supports people dealing with chronic pain and illness, fertility and separation, identity and sexuality questions, and the effects of discrimination or immigration stress.

In meetings she aims to make things straightforward. Conversations usually begin by clarifying immediate needs and setting small, practical goals. Over time the work looks at patterns, values and what helps a person feel more confident and capable.

Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time and the cost varies with location and therapist availability.

How person-centred work fits online

Stella draws on person-centred counselling which focuses on respectful listening and helping people make their own choices. This approach suits concerns like low self-esteem, grief and anxiety because it centres the client’s experience and priorities rather than prescribing solutions.

She also uses practical conversations about coping and change that look at everyday routines and small steps. That kind of practical planning helps with life transitions, chronic illness management and seasonal mood shifts by breaking larger problems into manageable tasks.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss different ways of working and agree on methods that match the client’s goals, needs and preferences. Clients take part in deciding what feels most helpful and this can change as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility limits. Video calls recreate face-to-face contact, phone sessions need less bandwidth, and chat or messaging can suit quick check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and medical appointments while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.