Sheila Wassell, BACP

Humanistic counsellor fostering empowerment

Offers empathic support
Uses creative methods
Promotes client autonomy

About Sheila Wassell

Sheila Wassell is a humanistic counsellor with 18 years of practice, offering an eclectic and creative approach to therapy. She works with a range of expressive mediums to help clients explore their thoughts and feelings within the context of a supportive therapeutic relationship. By combining empathic listening with practical guidance, she helps people regain a sense of control and build autonomy so they can address challenges that affect daily life.

Her work emphasizes empowerment and self-discovery, enabling clients to find personal ways to manage stress, emotional pain, and life transitions. Sheila adapts her methods to each individual, drawing on different therapeutic tools as needed to meet a person's unique circumstances. She is a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practices in alignment with its ethical framework.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes ADHD

Also Specializes In

Addictions LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoaching Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sheila Wassell have?

Sheila Wassell has 18 years of experience.

Is Sheila Wassell a registered therapist?

Yes. She is a registered member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and works within its ethical guidelines.

In which languages does Sheila Wassell provide therapy?

Sheila provides therapy in English.

Where is Sheila Wassell located?

Sheila is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Sheila Wassell as my therapist?

You can work with Sheila through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sheila Wassell work with international clients?

Yes, Sheila works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sheila Wassell 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.

Attachment and Cognitive Approaches in Online Therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust, helping people address issues like intimacy, abandonment, and attachment difficulties by exploring relational history and present interactions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, offering practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and stress through skills like cognitive restructuring and behavioral experiments. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead, supporting self-exploration and personal growth in a compassionate way.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sheila works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adapt her approach as progress unfolds in partnership with the client. Registered professionals often blend techniques to match each person's situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow clients to access support from home or while travelling, fit sessions around work and family commitments, and maintain continuity of care across locations. These options make it easier to engage with therapy in ways that suit a client's schedule and communication style.

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