- Integrative approach
- Calm supportive style
- Focus on practical tools
About Stephanie
Stephanie Weatherley is a counsellor who aims to make starting therapy straightforward and approachable. She describes herself as down to earth, with a warm and slightly quirky manner. Steph enjoys simple things like sea swimming, walking her dogs on the beach, and crafts, and she draws on that calm outlook when meeting people for the first time.
She offers an integrative counselling approach that places the person at the centre of the work. That means sessions usually begin by listening to what matters to the individual and then tailoring practical steps and tools. The focus is on identifying problems, trying small changes, and building skills to handle day-to-day stresses.
Steph has three years' experience as a counsellor and holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy registration. She has relevant experience with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and LGBT concerns, plus a wide range of related issues such as attachment, isolation and body image.
She describes sessions as collaborative and non-judgemental, with an emphasis on helping people develop routines and strategies that suit them. Techniques mentioned include practical problem solving, grounding methods, visualisation, and tools to manage panic and dissociation.
Steph also brings a background in charity helpline work spanning ten years. That work informed her listening style and practical focus, especially when supporting people through difficult or complex experiences. If someone is unsure whether she is the right fit, she asks them to try an initial conversation and see how it feels.
How Steph uses different approaches online
Steph describes her approach as integrative, combining person-centred work with practical techniques. Person-centred therapy focuses on listening closely and building a trusting relationship so the individual feels heard and able to explore difficult thoughts and feelings. This suits people who want a gentle, client-led pace.She also draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to identify unhelpful thinking and try small changes in behaviour. CBT-style tools are useful for anxiety, stress and low mood because they give clear steps to test and review. Steph mentions grounding and visualisation techniques too, which can help when someone experiences panic or dissociation.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through goals and preferences and adapt techniques as needed, so clients can find what helps them most. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions to how someone wants to work and what fits their life.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work and family, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help when less visual contact is preferable, or when practical tools and worksheets are helpful between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Steph commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD and LGBT concerns, alongside related issues such as attachment, isolation and body image.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is person-centred and practical, using an integrative mix of techniques to tailor sessions to individual needs and goals.
What experience does she bring to counselling?
She has three years' experience as a counsellor and ten years' background in charity helpline work, which shaped her listening and practical support skills.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.