Diana Simpson

Diana Simpson is a counsellor with a long career supporting people through relationship, grief and life-change issues. She holds BACP accreditation from the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and has over 21 years of experience. Diana offers a calm, respectful style and aims to help people find clearer ways forward.

Diana draws on different approaches to suit each person’s needs. She uses client-centred listening to understand what matters most. She also works with cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and solution-focused methods to build small, realistic changes.

Her practice covers a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and intimacy-related issues. Anger and addictions are also areas she helps people address, along with relationship and family tensions. Diana also supports people dealing with bereavement, attachment and feelings of emptiness.

Sessions are practical and interactive. She helps people set clear goals and develop skills they can use between meetings. The emphasis is on simple steps that match each person’s life and priorities.

People who come to Diana can expect a steady, non-judgemental presence and straightforward conversation. She encourages self-awareness and works alongside clients to build the coping strategies they need. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step are used so people can find an appointment that fits.

How Diana’s approaches translate to online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on attentive listening and reflecting what a person says so they feel heard and can make sense of their situation; this approach helps with anxiety, low mood and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is often useful for stress, anxiety and low mood. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable steps and practical solutions that move a person towards their goals rather than dwelling on past problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Diana will discuss which methods feel most useful and adjust the plan based on the person's goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and may combine elements from different approaches to suit changing needs.

If you are considering online therapy, check the session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around daily life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Many people find it straightforward to continue therapy while managing work, parenting and other commitments, and Diana will help tailor the frequency and focus of sessions to fit practical realities.