Ann Ellison

Ann Ellison is a counsellor who draws on 16 years of experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, anger and low self-esteem. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Ann aims to make the first step into therapy as straightforward and non-intimidating as possible.

She focuses on building a welcoming space where clients can speak openly about difficult thoughts and feelings. Conversations are free from judgment and paced to each person’s comfort. She encourages practical steps alongside emotional reflection so people can try different ways of coping between sessions.

Ann uses a range of approaches to match what the person needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take action, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing when trauma memories are a focus. Client-Centred Therapy informs her general way of listening and responding.

Her practice covers common life strains such as grief, relationship difficulty, sleep problems, career stress and managing change. Ann also supports people who are coping with ADHD-related challenges and depression. She works collaboratively to set goals and adjust the work as progress is made.

Sessions follow the platform’s subscription and scheduling processes. Prospective clients complete a short questionnaire to help match with a therapist, then arrange sessions according to availability.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people identify what matters to them and commit to small steps that reflect those values. It is often used when someone wants clearer direction and tools for taking action despite difficult emotions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting thought patterns and testing them with practical exercises. It is useful for stress, anxiety and low mood because it breaks things down into manageable steps that can be practised between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and agree a plan based on the person’s goals, preferences and what is happening in their life. This is a collaborative process and can change as the work develops.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow work to continue between appointments. If you prefer shorter check-ins or need to avoid being on camera, confirm which session formats are offered before booking. Check the matching questionnaire and scheduling pages to see the current session arrangements and plan what will work best for day-to-day life.