Heather Prime
BACP
Person-centred counsellor for practical change
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- Person-centred approach
- Creative ways of working
- Six years experience
About Heather
She uses a person-centred way of working that puts the client’s experience at the centre. Sessions focus on listening without judgement and helping people notice their own answers. Heather can incorporate creative methods when helpful, and she is happy to discuss these options before or during sessions.
Her work has included support for stress, anxiety, depression, grief and low self-esteem. She has also supported people dealing with relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, addictions, anger and career changes. Additional areas she has focused on include ADHD, gender dysphoria and obsessive-compulsive difficulties.
Heather has experience from charity roles and from school-based counselling, working with adults and younger people during earlier parts of her career. She continues professional development through regular training days and events to keep her practice informed.
People who choose Heather can expect a calm, straightforward approach. She aims to help clients recognise their strengths and make practical steps towards their goals. If you have questions about how she works, she welcomes a conversation before you begin.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Person-centred support and online options
Heather uses person-centred counselling online, which means the therapist listens closely and helps you notice your own strengths and choices. This approach focuses on understanding your experience and working at your pace to set and reach goals.She also draws on practical, evidence-based techniques to address specific issues such as anxiety or low mood. These techniques help break problems into manageable steps and offer tools for everyday coping, for example pacing difficult emotions or experimenting with small behavioural changes.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Heather will discuss options with you and tailor the way you work together to suit your needs, goals and preferences. The aim is to find methods that feel useful and realistic for your life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family or schooling, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals can use online work to maintain continuity of care when people move or have changing routines.
At a glance
- Listed location
- United Kingdom
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Credentials
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Registration (United Kingdom)
- BACP · No. 380602
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Heather help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and low self-esteem, and also works with concerns such as relationship issues, parenting strain, anger, addictions and career questions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Heather practises person-centred counselling, which focuses on listening without judgement and helping clients find their own solutions. She can offer creative options if that suits the person.
What is her professional background?
She has six years of counselling experience and began training in 2015, including charity work and school-based counselling roles alongside private practice.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
Heather holds an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a BSc in Psychology. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Before you start
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