- Sleep focused support
- Values based work
- Trauma informed care
About Ann
Ann Ellison is a counsellor who uses calm, practical methods to help people feel more rested and cope better with daily stress. She draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and acceptance-based work to address sleep problems, anxiety and low mood. Ann holds BACP registration, which she lists as her professional credential, and she brings 16 years of experience to her practice.
Ann focuses on creating a straightforward space where clients can talk about what is keeping them awake or overwhelmed. Sessions are conversational and aim to identify small, manageable changes. She listens for patterns in thinking and behaviour that affect sleep, mood and motivation, then suggests simple experiments to try between meetings.
Her background includes repeated work with people who have experienced trauma, ongoing worry, anger and life transitions. Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing is one of the approaches she uses when trauma is part of the picture. Ann also uses client-centred methods to keep the conversation grounded in each person’s priorities.
Therapy with her often combines practical steps and values-based goals. That might mean building a routine that supports rest or learning new ways to respond to stressful thoughts. The overall aim is to help people regain steadier sleep, clearer thinking and more energy for everyday life.
If you are thinking about therapy, Ann asks for an initial matching step to help pair you with the right professional. This helps ensure sessions address your most pressing worries from the start.
Therapeutic approaches and online support that fit your life
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without getting swept away by them and to choose small steps that match their values. It is often useful for sleep problems, worry and life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it can be helpful for anxiety, insomnia and low mood. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so clients feel heard and can decide the pace and topics of therapy.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try different methods and adjust plans based on what feels most helpful. That collaborative process means sessions change as needs and priorities become clearer.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work and family life and reducing travel time. Because the original biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online appointments make it easier to keep a regular rhythm of meetings, try brief check-ins when needed, and use exercises between sessions to improve sleep and reduce stress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor work with?
Ann helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, grief, relationship concerns, career strain, ADHD and sleep difficulties.
What is her style or approach in sessions?
She uses a mix of client-centred listening, cognitive behavioural techniques and acceptance-based ideas to identify patterns and try practical changes between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Ann has 16 years of experience working with people facing anxiety, trauma, sleep problems and related concerns.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She works in the United Kingdom and lists BACP as her professional credential.
Can I have sessions in another language or from outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and Ann is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available with this counsellor?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.