Iwen Chen, BACP
- BACP registered
- English and Mandarin
- 6 years experience
About Iwen Chen
Iwen has lived in the United Kingdom, Germany, China and Taiwan, and that international background informs her work with clients from varied cultural settings and stages of life. Her practice also addresses more specific concerns including attachment and abandonment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, body image, caregiver stress, communication and commitment problems, and addiction-related difficulties. She offers therapy in English and Mandarin and works with both individual and family-related presentations.
Her clinical style is rooted in a client-centred approach, combined with techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused work when appropriate. She prioritises creating an open, respectful space where people can explore their experiences, build coping resources and work toward the changes they want to make. Empowering clients to understand themselves and to find practical ways forward is central to her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Iwen Chen have?
Iwen Chen has six years of professional experience providing psychotherapy and counselling support.
Is Iwen Chen a registered therapist?
Yes. She is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Iwen Chen provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Iwen Chen located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Iwen Chen as my therapist?
You can work with Iwen Chen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Iwen Chen work with international clients?
No. Iwen Chen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Iwen Chen cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Client-centred therapy focuses on understanding each person from their own perspective, offering empathy and acceptance so individuals can explore their feelings and priorities; it is helpful for relationship concerns, life transitions and emotional distress. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, works by identifying patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to anxiety, depression and stress, and by teaching practical strategies to shift those patterns. Solution-focused therapy emphasises setting clear goals and using a short-term, strengths-based process to identify small, manageable steps that build momentum and relief.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the individual to assess needs, preferences and goals, and may blend these methods to create a tailored plan that feels most helpful for the person seeking support.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and people can also use live chat or text-based messaging for more frequent or brief check-ins. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, to maintain continuity during changes in location, and to access registered professionals in a way that suits different communication styles and schedules.