- Compassionate listening
- Practical techniques
- Goal oriented
About Petronela
Petronela Antemia is a counsellor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and sleep difficulties. She also helps with grief, eating and intimacy-related concerns, parenting strains, ADHD and coping with life changes. Sessions are offered in English and she is based in the United Kingdom.
With seven years' experience and BACP registration, she aims to treat people with respect and sensitivity. Petronela adapts conversation and plans to each person's situation. She encourages small, practical steps and honest reflection rather than quick fixes.
Her approach draws on client-centred work that focuses on what matters to the person. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques are used to spot unhelpful thinking and build different habits. She also uses solution-focused ideas to set clear, short-term goals.
Petronela says change takes courage and she offers steady support while people try new ways of coping. Sessions are shaped around the concerns brought in, whether that is improving sleep patterns, managing anger, or rebuilding after loss.
People can expect straightforward conversation, gentle challenge and practical steps to try between meetings. She works collaboratively to identify what helps most and adjusts the plan as needs shift.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the centre of sessions. The counsellor listens closely and reflects what is important, which can help with feelings of isolation, low self-esteem and relationship issues.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. It uses clear exercises and practical tasks to reduce anxiety, improve sleep habits and change unhelpful patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and agree a plan with the person based on their needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and the plan can be adjusted as progress is made.
For practicalities, the original biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm available session types before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily routines, save travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also be a useful way to keep continuity of care when people move or travel, while the therapist and client decide together which style and rhythm of sessions suit them best.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, grief and a range of related issues.
What is her general counselling style?
Her style is warm and respectful. She focuses on listening, practical steps and working together to find what helps.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working with a variety of concerns and settings.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts clients from outside the UK.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.