- Person-focused support
- Practical coping tools
- Speaks English and Russian
About Zhanna
Zhanna Murphy is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She works with people who bring a range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and sleep problems. Zhanna speaks English and Russian and uses a person-focused approach to help clients find practical steps forward.
Before working privately she practised in agency settings and supported people from varied backgrounds. That time gave her experience with depression, grief, addiction and issues linked to childhood trauma. She also helps people facing anger, burnout and compassion fatigue, and those coping with life changes such as separation or loss.
Her approach blends several methods so sessions can be tailored to each person. She draws on attachment-based work to look at how past relationships shape current patterns. Cognitive behavioural techniques are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small, manageable changes.
Sessions tend to be collaborative and down-to-earth. Clients can expect clear explanations, simple tools to try between meetings and a focus on what feels doable. Zhanna aims to build a steady working relationship and to support practical improvements in sleep, mood and daily coping.
If you are interested in starting, follow the Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
Approaches that translate to online counselling
Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect current feelings and behaviour, helping people understand why they react as they do and how to build more secure connections. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behaviour changes to ease symptoms like anxiety or sleep disruption.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose which methods suit their needs and goals, and will adjust the plan as progress is made. Clients are involved in setting priorities and deciding which tools to try between appointments.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, as options are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, for example by removing travel time or letting someone join from a quieter room, and it can support shorter check-ins or sessions that suit a lunch break. Registered or accredited professionals often use online sessions to help maintain continuity of care while adapting to a client's schedule.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Russian
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Zhanna commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression and sleep problems, among other concerns such as grief, addictions and trauma-related difficulties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a blended, client-centred style that adapts to each person. Expect collaborative conversations, practical exercises and clear steps to try between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has four years of professional work experience and has practised in both agency and private settings supporting people from varied backgrounds.
What credentials and where is she based?
Zhanna holds the NCPS credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Russian.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
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 a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.