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Siobhan Bracken, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Siobhan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

More about Siobhan

  • 3 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

If you're here, you are likely looking for positive change. That's where I come in!

I'm a humanistic therapist - in a nutshell, this means that I see the value and potential in everybody. With all my clients, I come with an approach of complete acceptance and empathy for who they are. I work to see things in your perspective, so that I can get a good idea of why you think and feel the way that you do. To do that, I listen to what you have to say and allow you to describe your life, experiences and emotions to me. In providing acceptance for you, I hope that over time, you can come to provide it for yourself.

I also have tools and techniques to provide practical guidance on how to improve your mental health. I work by the philosophy that what happens outside of therapy sessions can be just as important as what happens within them, so I work alongside you to help you build positive mental health strategies into your day-to-day life. I have extensive experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and stress management. Alongside those, I am experienced in supporting with depression, body image concerns, grief and relationship issues (whether that be partner, family, friend etc.). I will cater the therapy to you by allowing you to guide me in what you would like to explore and what you would like to gain from the process.

Therapy can be nerve-wracking, whether you have been through the process before or not. I always try to make it feel as natural and comfortable as possible with my easy-going and relaxed nature. I would never try to 'push' you to open up to me before you feel ready to, so I value the importance of building up the relationship and allowing you to gain trust in me so that you feel you're in safe hands.

In my sessions, I allow my clients to take the lead by bringing the topics that are of the most priority to them. If you find that you don't know where to start, I can help you prioritise by talking things through and considering the different areas that you'd like to work on. Depending on what you would like to get from therapy, I am there to support, advise or challenge you as appropriate.

I hope to hear from you. If you have any questions or any uncertainties, please do feel free to reach out as I would be more than happy to explore them with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes ADHD Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Eating disorders Career difficulties Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 397175 · Expires January 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Siobhan Bracken offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Siobhan Bracken works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Siobhan Bracken speak?

Siobhan Bracken speaks English.

How many years of experience does Siobhan Bracken have?

Siobhan Bracken has 3 years of experience.

Where is Siobhan Bracken licensed to practice?

Siobhan Bracken is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Siobhan Bracken accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Siobhan Bracken does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Siobhan Bracken offer?

Siobhan Bracken offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.

How can I communicate with Siobhan Bracken?

Siobhan Bracken can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Siobhan Bracken?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.