Wendy Dunbar , BACP

Wendy Dunbar is a qualified person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist practicing in the United Kingdom. She works with children, young people and adults across a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem difficulties, trauma, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, long-term illness, bereavement and neurodiversity such as ADHD and autism. Her practice emphasises a respectful, non-judgemental way of working that helps people explore their feelings and develop clearer insight into the patterns affecting their lives.

Wendy aims to build a trusting therapeutic relationship where clients feel able to share honestly and begin to make positive changes. She supports people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or isolated, those struggling with feelings of not being good enough, and those carrying the weight of profound loss or life-altering trauma. She also works with individuals facing compulsive or addictive behaviours that undermine daily functioning and sense of control.

She does not claim to know exactly what it is like to be someone else, but she believes people have inner resources that can be uncovered and strengthened through thoughtful dialogue and reflection. As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) she follows recognised ethical standards and maintains ongoing professional development. Wendy attends regular supervision with a trained professional as part of her commitment to good practice.

Her background includes work in the health sector, where she developed skills in supporting physical and emotional wellbeing through relaxing body techniques, and more than 20 years in the educational sector supporting children with learning and behavioural needs. She has experience collaborating with other services to provide wraparound support and has a particular interest in the psychological impact of life-changing physical health problems. Wendy also has experience addressing emotional issues with clients who hold spiritual or religious beliefs, including Christians.