Andrea Kelliher , BACP

Andrea Kelliher is a qualified integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She runs a face-to-face practice and previously provided therapy at The Awareness Centre in Tooting, London, and within the NHS through Talk Wandsworth, where she worked with people presenting social anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, relationship difficulties, and other concerns.

Andrea is known for warmth, authenticity, and a relationship-focused style that helps clients explore past experiences and make practical changes for the future. She supports clients in clarifying their therapeutic goals and works collaboratively to identify the skills and resources they already possess. Drawing on a range of therapeutic theories, including person-centered, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral approaches, she adapts sessions to the individual needs of each person.

Working with Andrea involves looking at how earlier life experiences influence current patterns while keeping sight of concrete steps toward well-being. She values honesty and aims to offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where people can talk openly about what they are facing and work toward meaningful, achievable change.

How Andrea's Approaches Work Online

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current ways of connecting and responding to stress. It helps people understand patterns of closeness and distance, and supports work on issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, and relationship challenges.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual's experience, offering a non-directive environment where the therapist provides empathy, acceptance, and genuine engagement. This approach can be especially helpful for self-esteem, life transitions, and exploring personal values and goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses thinking patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. It offers practical tools to reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop coping strategies for day-to-day challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Andrea works collaboratively with each person to identify the methods that best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what feels most helpful and adjust the plan as progress evolves.

Online therapy with Andrea is offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from wherever a person is located and to continue therapy during life changes or busy periods.