Pennie Sheppard, BACP
BACP counsellor for trauma and stress support
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and addiction care
- Compassionate client-centered care
About Pennie Sheppard
Pennie Sheppard is a counsellor registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings 15 years of clinical experience to her work in the United Kingdom. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, anger, grief and the challenges that come with major life changes. Her practice also addresses complex presentations including dissociation, PTSD, long-term illness such as MS and fibromyalgia, learning differences and conditions on the autism spectrum.
Pennie takes an integrative, person-focused approach, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each individual with sensitivity and compassion. She draws on a mix of therapeutic methods and practical techniques - including Gestalt ideas, mindfulness practices and breathing and relaxation exercises - to help clients explore feelings at a comfortable pace and build stronger coping skills. The work is collaborative and paced to the client’s needs, whether the focus is emotional processing, behavioural change, relationship concerns or managing ongoing health-related stress.
Her online counselling provision creates space for people to express painful emotions and work toward clearer perspectives without pressure. Pennie emphasises respect, attunement and practical strategies, and invites people to consider therapy as a step toward greater resilience. She often echoes the Jon Kabat-Zinn idea that "you can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf," holding that therapeutic work supports learning to navigate life’s difficulties.
Pennie takes an integrative, person-focused approach, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each individual with sensitivity and compassion. She draws on a mix of therapeutic methods and practical techniques - including Gestalt ideas, mindfulness practices and breathing and relaxation exercises - to help clients explore feelings at a comfortable pace and build stronger coping skills. The work is collaborative and paced to the client’s needs, whether the focus is emotional processing, behavioural change, relationship concerns or managing ongoing health-related stress.
Her online counselling provision creates space for people to express painful emotions and work toward clearer perspectives without pressure. Pennie emphasises respect, attunement and practical strategies, and invites people to consider therapy as a step toward greater resilience. She often echoes the Jon Kabat-Zinn idea that "you can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf," holding that therapeutic work supports learning to navigate life’s difficulties.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Pennie Sheppard have?
Pennie Sheppard has 15 years of experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, long-term illness and related issues.
Is Pennie Sheppard a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential, which refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Pennie Sheppard provide therapy?
Pennie Sheppard provides therapy in English.
Where is Pennie Sheppard located?
Pennie Sheppard is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Pennie Sheppard as my therapist?
You can work with Pennie Sheppard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Pennie Sheppard work with international clients?
Yes, Pennie Sheppard works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Pennie Sheppard cost?
The cost of therapy 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and practical online care
Pennie draws on a blend of approaches tailored to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, and on clarifying personal values so actions align with what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and low mood and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy places the person’s experience at the heart of the process, offering empathic listening and support that helps individuals explore their own solutions and build self-awareness.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work itself. Pennie collaborates with clients to explore goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, adapting methods over time so the approach fits the person rather than the person fitting a single model.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to receive consistent care despite busy schedules, geographic distance or mobility limitations. These formats allow flexibility in session length and timing, support ongoing connection between appointments, and enable registered professionals to deliver focused, practical therapy in ways that suit each client’s life.