Deborah Espie, BACP

Deborah Espie supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship strain and grief. She also helps with addiction, eating concerns, parenting strain, career stress, ADHD and issues around self-esteem and intimacy. Deborah describes a practical, compassionate approach that aims to help people feel understood and steady during difficult times.

Deborah works in a client-centred way, tailoring conversations and exercises to each person. She uses mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to build coping skills and set achievable steps. Trauma-focused methods are used when past harm is part of the picture and needs careful attention.

Her background includes eight years of practice alongside senior clinical and academic roles. That mix has given Deborah a broad view of how people adapt and recover. She also has experience supporting neurodivergent people and those facing complex health or caregiving challenges.

In sessions she often uses imagery, metaphor and short reflective exercises to help people express what is hard to put into words. Practical self-care and building resilience are regular themes in the work. Deborah aims for clear, down-to-earth conversations rather than technical jargon.

Sessions are arranged through the platform’s booking process and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. People interested in working together are invited to use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

Deborah is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, uses English for sessions and does not accept international clients at this time.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. In this approach the therapist follows the client’s pace and priorities, helping them make sense of feelings and choices. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and increase calm, useful for anxiety, low mood and daily tension.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Deborah will discuss options and try different techniques based on what the client wants and needs. That decision is made collaboratively and can change as progress is made.

Session arrangements are confirmed through the platform’s booking flow, which uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. The practical benefit of online arrangements is that therapy can fit around work, caring responsibilities and travel, making it easier to keep regular appointments. Before booking, confirm the session formats currently offered so you know what to expect during scheduling.