Sheila Wassell , BACP

Sheila Wassell is a humanistic counsellor with 18 years of experience who practices in an eclectic and creative way. Sheila works with multiple mediums to tailor sessions to each person's needs, combining evidence-informed techniques with adaptable, imaginative methods that support exploration and personal growth.

Sheila offers empathic support that invites clients to examine their thoughts and feelings beneath the surface, all within the context of a secure therapeutic relationship. Her aim is to help people develop greater empowerment and a clearer sense of control so they can build autonomy and navigate the everyday challenges that impact their lives.

Sheila is a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), which sets professional and ethical standards for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom, and she works within its ethical guidelines.

Attachment, Client-Centered, and CBT Approaches Online

Sheila draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns - this approach helps people understand connection, separation, and trust issues and can be useful for relationship difficulties and attachment concerns. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the client’s own pace; this humanistic approach supports self-discovery and personal growth by creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space. In addition, Sheila integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques when helpful - CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, and stress. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic collaboration. Sheila works with clients to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts her style as progress unfolds so that treatment remains responsive and client-led. Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing continuity of care across time zones and busy routines. These options make it easier for clients to access consistent support while balancing work, family, and other commitments.