Ann Ellison

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• ACT CBT EMDR

About Ann

Ann Ellison helps people work through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, depression and relationship concerns using an open, client-led approach. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and has 16 years of professional experience.

She uses a mix of methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. In practice this means she will listen to what matters to the person and then offer practical ways to manage distressing thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Sessions are conversational and focused on what the client wants to change.

Ann places importance on working at a comfortable pace. She encourages people to describe specific situations that cause stress or anxiety, and then they look at steps to reduce immediate distress and build longer term coping. For trauma-related concerns she may use EMDR alongside talking approaches to address painful memories.

She also helps with sleep problems, anger, grief, career questions and coping with life changes. Ann supports people who find their day-to-day motivation or confidence is low, and she works through practical strategies to improve routines and self-belief.

Her background combines many years of client work with a focus on evidence-informed methods. New clients can expect clear discussion about goals, a plain explanation of the approaches on offer, and regular review of progress.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values; it is often used for anxiety, stress and low mood. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behaviour that maintain distress, and is commonly used for anxiety, depression and sleep problems. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach for processing distressing memories and trauma, used alongside talking therapies.

Finding the right approach is part of the early sessions. The counsellor will discuss options and try different methods where appropriate. This is a collaborative process that depends on a person's needs, goals and preferences rather than a single fixed method.

The biography does not list the exact session formats she offers, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online counselling helps fit sessions around work or family life, reduces travel time and makes it easier to keep regular appointments. Some formats, such as shorter check-ins or sessions without video, can suit different practical needs like lower bandwidth or a shorter break at work. Registered or accredited professionals can offer similar therapeutic work online as in person, with planning to make sessions comfortable and effective.

Topics Ann lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Anger management
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Relationship issues
• Grief
• Sleeping disorders
• Career difficulties
• Coping with life changes
• ADHD

Ways of working

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Questions about Ann

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. She lists anxiety and stress as core areas and uses ACT and CBT to help manage symptoms.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy and EMDR in her practice.

How much experience does she have?

She has 16 years of professional experience working in counselling and related services.

Is she registered with a professional body in the UK?

Yes. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and scheduling handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.