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Anna Bridgland

Anna Bridgland

BACP

Therapist · United Kingdom · 7+ years of experience

Experienced counsellor for anger and stress

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  • Person-centred
  • Practical CBT tools
  • Seven years' experience

About Anna

Anna Bridgland is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anger, anxiety and low mood. She supports those facing relationship tension, parenting challenges, addiction concerns and grief. Anna aims to listen without judgement and to work at a pace the client finds comfortable.

She draws on seven years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. Conversations are tailored to each person so goals and steps feel relevant to daily life. Anna emphasises respect, sensitivity and compassion in every meeting.

Her approach balances person-focused listening with techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. That combination can help when emotions feel overwhelming or patterns keep repeating. She pays attention to communication problems, shame and isolation as part of the bigger picture.

People often meet Anna to sort out issues around self-esteem, intimacy, career stress or adjustment after life changes. She also works with concerns linked to ADHD, social anxiety, and rites of recovery such as forgiveness work. Practical tools and clear steps are part of sessions, together with space to talk things through.

Clients who choose to begin will complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions. Anna accepts international clients and runs therapy within the framework of a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

How Anna Uses Client-Focused and CBT Approaches Online

Client-Centred Therapy in Anna's work means the conversation is led by the client. The therapist listens closely and reflects what matters most to you, helping you make sense of feelings and choices. This approach suits people who need a calm space to be heard and to build clarity about their goals.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, involves noticing and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Anna uses simple exercises and practical steps to reduce anxiety, manage anger and shift patterns that cause repeated problems. CBT can be useful for mood, stress, and coping with life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Anna will discuss your needs and preferences, and she will help decide whether to focus on person-centred listening, CBT techniques, or a blend of both. This is a collaborative process that can change as your goals shift.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family life or travel. Please confirm which session formats are available before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Many people find online sessions reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to maintain continuity of care when circumstances change.

At a glance

Listed location
United Kingdom
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Registration (United Kingdom)
BACP · No. 386741

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Anna help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger and depression, as well as relationship and parenting difficulties. Other focus areas include addiction, grief, self-esteem and career concerns.

What is her style in sessions?

Anna combines respectful, person-centred listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy. She aims to tailor conversations and steps to each person's situation.

How much experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

Anna holds BACP as her listed credential and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Yes, she accepts international clients and can work with people who are not based in the UK.

Which session formats are offered?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.

How are fees handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model 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.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and registration details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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