Amanda Barnes, BACP
Amanda Barnes welcomes people who feel nervous about taking the first step towards counselling.
About Amanda
Amanda Barnes welcomes people who feel nervous about taking the first step towards counselling. She aims to create a calm, respectful space where someone can talk about what is troubling them. Her tone is gentle and she encourages people to go at their own pace while leading the sessions themselves.
Amanda believes counselling helps people look at their thoughts, feelings and behaviours to make meaningful changes. She offers one-to-one sessions and couples counselling for those wanting to repair trust or improve communication.
Background and approach
In couple work she helps both people understand what is happening between them and build skills for closer emotional connection. Her approach is compassionate and non-judgemental. She acknowledges that emotions can feel overwhelming or painful and focuses on creating a place where those feelings can be spoken about openly.
She does not direct decisions but supports people to find their own way forward. The list of issues she works with includes relationship difficulties, domestic abuse, anxiety and depression, problems with self-esteem, addiction, trauma and post-traumatic stress, bereavement, anger and family tensions. She also supports people dealing with loneliness and burnout.
Amanda is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She has five years of experience offering counselling in the United Kingdom and holds sessions in English.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 392187 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Amanda works with
Everything Amanda lists, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Amanda will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest ways to proceed together. She aims to tailor the focus so the methods fit what the client wants to achieve rather than imposing a single style.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make counselling easier to fit into life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when clarity of expression matters. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit people who prefer written reflection or need greater flexibility during the day. These options make it simpler to maintain continuity of care when schedules or location change.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Amanda help with?
The therapist works with relationship difficulties, family conflict, grief, self-esteem issues, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, anger and career worries.
What is the general therapeutic style used in sessions?
Sessions are gentle and non-judgemental with an emphasis on listening and helping people lead the conversation. The counsellor supports reflection and helps clients make changes at their own pace.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
The practitioner has five years of experience working in counselling settings within the United Kingdom.
What credential does Amanda hold and where is she based?
Amanda is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with Amanda?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and the subscription handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
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