Penelope “Penny” Williamson, BACP
Penelope “Penny” Williamson is a BACP-registered counsellor with three years' experience.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
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About Penelope
Penelope “Penny” Williamson is a BACP-registered counsellor with three years' experience. She works in the United Kingdom and helps people facing depression, anxiety and life changes. Penny takes an approachable, down-to-earth style that aims to make talking about hard things feel less daunting.
She trained in person-centred humanistic counselling and draws on a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. That blend can include cognitive behavioural techniques for practical problem solving, acceptance and commitment ideas for values-based change, and attachment-focused work for relationship patterns.
Background and approach
Penny describes her manner as warm and relaxed. She uses creativity and gentle humour when helpful and keeps sessions non-judgemental. People who want some coaching around goals or a growth mindset will find a practical focus alongside emotional work.
Sessions are led by the person in front of her. That means therapy can move between talking about present difficulties, setting short-term goals, or exploring deeper emotions and past hurts. She offers reading lists, worksheets and other resources when clients ask for them.
Her aim is to help people build self-awareness and greater self-acceptance. Penny encourages exploration at a pace that feels right, with practical steps to manage stress, mood and relationships as needed.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 397142 | October 2026 |
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 Penelope works with
Everything Penelope lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- ADHD
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Penelope lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused 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 client-centred and acceptance and commitment ideas when helpful. Client-centred practice means the session follows the person's lead and aims to create a non-judgemental space to talk. Acceptance and commitment ideas help people clarify values and take small steps towards a more meaningful life. Finding the right mix is a shared process and she will work with each person to pick the approaches that match their goals and preferences.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when clearer communication is needed. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or for a calmer check-in. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins, ongoing reflections between sessions, or people who prefer not to use a camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments while keeping the work collaborative and goal-focused.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Penny help people with?
Penny supports people dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, ADHD, addictions and grief. She also works with concerns such as trauma and abuse, intimacy, career questions and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, open and relaxed. Sessions are client led, often mixing practical problem solving with deeper emotional exploration and occasional use of creativity or humour.
What is her professional background?
She has three years' experience and has worked in an NHS setting supporting a diverse range of people. She also draws on coaching experience for goal-focused work.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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