Leanne Bartrip , BACP

Leanne Bartrip is a BACP-registered therapist who brings more than ten years of experience to her work supporting people through emotional and psychological challenges. She holds a degree in Psychotherapy and is currently completing a Master’s in Psychology, deepening her understanding of human behaviour and mental health. BACP indicates registration with the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom, reflecting her commitment to recognized professional standards.

Her practice is pluralistic, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods so each session can be shaped to the individual’s needs. Leanne’s work is primarily informed by Person-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and she has training in additional modalities that allow her to tailor interventions to client goals and preferences. This flexible approach helps her respond to different concerns and ways of working.

Over the course of her career she has supported people facing low mood, anxiety, self-esteem difficulties, domestic violence, trauma, self-harm and neurodevelopmental challenges. She works in a collaborative, compassionate, and client-led way, helping clients build resilience, increase self-awareness and work toward meaningful change. Leanne currently provides therapeutic support within the NHS to both adults and children, having previously worked across various counties and organisations to offer counselling and emotional support to diverse communities.

Outside of practice she enjoys time with her dog, Rex, motorsports, reading and an annual family retreat to a cabin in the woods to reconnect with nature.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Leanne draws on Client-Centred Therapy to create a respectful, non-directive space where the client’s own values and perspectives guide the work. This approach focuses on empathy and understanding, helping people who want to explore identity, self-esteem and relationship concerns at their own pace.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps identify and gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and patterns while developing practical coping strategies. CBT is often used for issues such as anxiety, low mood and stress where problem-focused techniques can reduce day-to-day distress.

Attachment-Based ideas inform her work when relationship histories and early bonds affect current emotional responses. This perspective can be useful for addressing difficulties with intimacy, family dynamics and patterns of relating.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Leanne works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the plan as therapy progresses to ensure the best fit.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals. Video calls and phone sessions provide live, face-to-face conversation; live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter, more frequent touchpoints and can suit those with busy schedules or mobility limitations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access therapy from different locations and time zones.