Tatyana Sibthorpe, BACP
UK therapist supporting addiction and relationships
- Addictions support
- Trauma and abuse
- English and Russian
About Tatyana Sibthorpe
Tatyana Sibthorpe is a United Kingdom-based therapist with 16 years of professional experience supporting people through difficult life challenges. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her commitment to recognised standards in counselling practice. Over her career she has worked with clients on coping with addictions, navigating relationship difficulties, recovering from trauma and abuse, and managing career-related struggles.
Her approach is built on respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts the tone and structure of sessions to each person she works with. Tatyana designs treatment conversations and plans to reflect individual circumstances and goals rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. She recognises that seeking help requires courage and frames her role as a supportive collaborator throughout the process.
Whether someone is taking an initial step toward change or seeking continued support during transitions, Tatyana focuses on practical, person-centered work to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Her approach is built on respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts the tone and structure of sessions to each person she works with. Tatyana designs treatment conversations and plans to reflect individual circumstances and goals rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. She recognises that seeking help requires courage and frames her role as a supportive collaborator throughout the process.
Whether someone is taking an initial step toward change or seeking continued support during transitions, Tatyana focuses on practical, person-centered work to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tatyana Sibthorpe have?
Tatyana Sibthorpe has 16 years of professional experience working with clients on a range of issues.
Is Tatyana Sibthorpe a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Tatyana Sibthorpe provide therapy?
Tatyana provides therapy in English and Russian.
Where is Tatyana Sibthorpe located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Tatyana Sibthorpe as my therapist?
Clients can work with Tatyana through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tatyana Sibthorpe work with international clients?
Yes, Tatyana works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tatyana Sibthorpe 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.
Approach-driven care delivered online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. It is often used for managing anxiety, low mood, and patterns that hold people back from important goals.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns affect emotional needs and interpersonal connections. It can help with relationship difficulties, trauma-related trust issues, and challenges around intimacy and attachment.
Tatyana works collaboratively with clients and treats finding the right therapeutic approach as part of the work itself. She will explore a client’s needs, goals, and preferences and help determine which methods or combinations of methods fit best, adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support around work, family, and daily commitments. These options offer flexibility in scheduling, allow continuity of care across locations, and let clients choose the format that feels most comfortable for them while working with a registered professional.