Diane Smith, BACP

Diane Smith is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She presents a calm, supportive presence and aims to work alongside people as they take steps towards change. Diane has three years of professional experience and holds BACP accreditation, which is listed as her credential.

She believes people know their life story best and that therapy should build on existing strengths. Sessions focus on practical steps someone can try between meetings. Diane listens for what matters most and helps set small, achievable goals to reduce day-to-day strain.

Diane draws on several therapy approaches to match what a person needs. She uses cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and practice new habits. Attachment-based ideas help when past relationships affect current ones. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports taking meaningful action despite difficult emotions.

Work with her often looks like talking through current problems and testing different ways to respond. Homework may include short exercises, new routines, or simple experiments to test what helps. The aim is to make changes that fit into everyday life rather than add more pressure.

Diane practises in the United Kingdom and runs sessions in English. She encourages people to take the first step by choosing an entry point that feels manageable, such as a brief intake conversation and a simple plan for the next few sessions.

How Diane uses therapeutic approaches online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings while still committing to actions that matter. It can help when anxiety or low mood stops someone doing things that matter to them. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and trying new behaviours to reduce distress. It is often used for anxiety, stress and depression and gives practical steps to change day-to-day habits.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Diane will discuss different methods with each person and agree a plan together. She aims to match techniques to a person's goals, pace and comfort, making adjustments as the work progresses.

Please confirm the session formats available before booking, as the profile does not specify them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare or travel by removing commute time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when that is more useful, or sessions without a camera if that helps someone focus. These practical options often help people maintain regular contact while they practise new ways of thinking and relating.