Diane Smith, BACP
Diane Smith is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +3 more
About Diane
Diane Smith is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She sees clients from the United Kingdom and works in English. Diane believes people know their own story and brings a respectful, steady presence to sessions.
Her way of working is collaborative. She listens first and asks simple questions to clarify what matters most. Together she and the client set small, achievable goals and try practical steps between sessions.
Background and approach
Diane uses a mix of talking therapy methods to suit each person rather than one fixed approach. With three years of professional experience she has supported people through issues such as attachment difficulties, codependency, body image concerns, chronic illness and pain, substance problems, and family-related stress. She also works with people affected by dissociation, domestic violence, divorce and separation, and communication problems.
Diane draws on several therapeutic approaches to guide sessions. She tailors techniques from cognitive behavioural methods alongside client-centred listening and attachment-focused thinking. Jungian ideas and acceptance-based practices may also be included when helpful.
People can expect straightforward sessions that focus on what they want to change. Diane encourages gradual progress and practical coping tools. She aims to help people build on their strengths and move toward the life they want.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 402415 | January 2027 |
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.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Diane works with
Everything Diane lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Diane lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Jungian Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
She also draws on Attachment-Based and client-centred work to build a trusting conversation. Attachment ideas help when relationships and trust are part of the problem, while client-centred listening gives space for the person to lead and feel heard. Diane sees choosing an approach as a joint process and will work with each person to find which methods fit their aims and comfort level.
Online therapy with Diane is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different situations. Video calls are useful for a fuller face-to-face feel, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, and text options can suit quick check-ins or people who prefer not to use video. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or mobility limits while keeping the focus on practical steps and steady progress.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Diane supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She also works with related issues like attachment problems, body image, substance issues, and chronic pain.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She takes a collaborative, down-to-earth approach and listens first to understand each person's priorities. Sessions focus on setting small goals and trying practical steps between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom and brings that clinical experience to sessions.
What credentials and location are listed?
The profile shows BACP as her credential and that she practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time and works with people in the United Kingdom.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does billing and starting work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the matching questionnaire, and schedule a session.
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