Penelope “Penny” Williamson

• Stress and anxiety
• Attachment work
• Goal focused coaching

About Penelope

Penelope "Penny" Williamson works with stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem and a range of other concerns using an integrative, person-centred approach. She describes her style as client-led and collaborative. Penny is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has three years' experience.

Penny blends person-centred humanistic counselling with other methods to suit each person’s needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and cognitive approaches when helpful, and on attachment-focused work for relationship and early-life issues. Sessions may include practical problem solving, creative exercises or guided reflection depending on what a client prefers.

She has worked in an NHS setting and with a wide range of clients from different backgrounds. That experience informs how she approaches issues such as trauma, neurodivergence, grief and addiction concerns without assuming a single path forward.

Penny also uses coaching skills for people who want clearer short-term goals or support with career and life changes. She can offer reading lists, worksheets, podcasts and other resources when requested to support work between sessions.

Her sessions aim to be non-judgemental and to encourage exploration of emotions, patterns and practical steps. People who value a flexible mix of reflective talk and actionable tools may find this approach helpful.

How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on values, acceptance and committed action. It helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that align with what matters to them, which can be useful for anxiety, life changes and low mood.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at early relationships and how they shape current patterns. It helps people better understand relationship difficulties, intimacy issues and feelings of abandonment.

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises the person's own perspective and pace. The counsellor listens without judgement and supports exploration of feelings, identity and self-esteem concerns.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Penny will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and she will adapt methods collaboratively as therapy progresses.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, avoid travel and use shorter check-ins when needed. Some clients prefer video for face-to-face contact, while others choose phone for a simpler setup or lower bandwidth; Penny will discuss practical arrangements that suit the client's needs.

Topics Penelope lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Self-esteem
• ADHD
• Addictions
• LGBT
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Intimacy-related issues
• Parenting issues
• Anger management
• Career difficulties
• Bipolar disorder
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Coaching
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Body image
• Guilt and shame
• Life purpose
• Men's issues
• Sexual assault and abuse
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues

Ways of working

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Attachment-Based Therapy
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Existential Therapy
• Gottman Method
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Trauma-Focused Therapy

Questions about Penelope

Does she work with anxiety and depression?

Yes. Penny lists anxiety and depression among the concerns she works with and uses approaches suited to these issues.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers an integrative, person-centred humanistic approach combined with methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and cognitive techniques.

How much experience does she have?

Penny has three years' experience and has worked in an NHS setting with a diverse range of clients.

Is she registered with a professional body?

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

Which language are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

No. She does not accept international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm the current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost and how do they charge?

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