Dea Richardson, NCPS

Dea Richardson is a counsellor with eight years of professional experience based in the United Kingdom. She uses a blend of well-known therapeutic methods to help people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain and life changes. Dea works from a perspective that respects each person's story and strengths. She holds the NCPS credential. Dea focuses on practical steps people can take when stress, grief or addiction feel overwhelming. Sessions often involve noticing thoughts and reactions, learning coping skills, and trying out small changes between meetings. She pays attention to how past experiences shape present patterns, including attachment and family-related difficulties. Her work covers a wide range of concerns, such as trauma and abuse, eating issues, anger, bipolar mood challenges, ADHD, and recovery from narcissistic abuse. She also supports people dealing with career uncertainty, caregiver strain, blended family tensions, and separation. Dea uses therapies that encourage acceptance of tough feelings while helping people move toward what matters to them. She balances gentle listening with practical tools so people can build skills that last. The aim is to help people feel steadier and more able to make choices that fit their life. People who choose Dea can expect a collaborative approach. She helps set goals and checks in on progress. For international clients or English speakers based elsewhere, sessions are available - confirm current session options before booking.

How her approaches guide online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take steps toward a more meaningful life. It can be helpful for anxiety, depression and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying practical experiments to change reactions and mood. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, stress and depression. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centres on understanding emotions in relationships and improving how people connect and communicate with others.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with the person to pick methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. That choice can change over time as priorities shift and progress is reviewed.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions around work and family life, shorter check-ins when needed, and fewer journeys to attend appointments. If you are interested in video or phone options, confirm the current session formats before booking so arrangements match your routine and technology. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists can adapt exercises and homework for remote sessions, making therapy a workable option for many people.