Anne-Marie Bates, BACP
Anne-Marie Bates is a counsellor with 12 years of experience based in the United Kingdom.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- +4 more
About Anne-Marie
Anne-Marie Bates is a counsellor with 12 years of experience based in the United Kingdom. She meets people where they are and helps them talk through stress, anxiety, relationships and low mood. Her approach is calm and respectful, aimed at making the first steps feel manageable.
She uses straightforward talk and practical steps rather than jargon. Sessions are non-judgemental and tailored to what each person needs. Anne-Marie draws on person-centred methods to create a supportive space and uses techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy to help change unhelpful thinking patterns.
Background and approach
She also brings solution-focused ideas to sessions, helping people set realistic goals and find small steps that make a difference. Common topics she helps with include self-esteem, body image, communication problems and feelings of emptiness or isolation. She also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, impulsivity and issues around sexuality.
Anne-Marie has worked in higher education with students and staff and has also run a independent practice. That mix of settings means she is used to practical day-to-day pressures as well as deeper emotional struggles. She adapts the pace and structure of sessions to suit each person’s situation.
Her accredited BACP membership is listed as BACP. Sessions are held in English and are offered via video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging. To begin, follow the Start Therapy pathway and complete the short matching questionnaire.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 67574 | July 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.
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Focus areas and approaches
What Anne-Marie works with
Everything Anne-Marie lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Self esteem
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Anne-Marie lists
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Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses practical exercises and simple tools to notice unhelpful thinking and try different responses. This method is useful for anxiety, low mood and repetitive negative thoughts.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Anne-Marie will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and together decide which methods to try. That collaborative decision can change over time as needs and progress become clearer.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to suit different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low, and messaging or chat provides short check-ins or ongoing written support. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, study and family commitments while keeping the focus on practical steps and steady progress.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Anne-Marie works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, plus depression and low self-esteem. She also addresses body image, communication problems, guilt and shame and related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-centred and non-judgemental, focusing on listening and tailoring sessions to each person. She mixes this with practical CBT techniques and solution-focused conversations.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional counselling experience working in higher education and independent practice. That background includes supporting people from different walks of life.
What credentials and location are listed?
Her credential is BACP and she is based in the United Kingdom. The BACP entry is shown as BACP in her profile.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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