Colette Safhill , BACP

Colette Safhill is a person-centred psychotherapist with 20 years of clinical experience. Trained at the University of Essex, she brings a calm, non-judgemental presence to each session and works with whatever clients bring into the room. Colette is BACP accredited - a recognised accreditation from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and maintains professional insurance to support her practice.

She has completed post-qualifying training across a range of specialist areas, including relationship therapy, trauma work, adoption-related issues, eating disorders, domestic abuse and EMDR. These additional trainings inform her flexible way of working, allowing her to draw on different methods to meet individual needs. Colette is qualified to offer therapy in person, by phone and online, and she adapts her approach to suit the format and the client’s preferences. Her style emphasises respectful listening, collaboration and practical strategies where appropriate, aiming to help people find clearer ways forward in their relationships and personal challenges.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Colette integrates client-centred therapy into her work, focusing on listening, empathy and supporting clients to explore their own goals - an approach that can help with stress, relationship concerns and life transitions. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that examines how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and supports clients to develop coping strategies for issues such as anxiety and depression. For clients affected by traumatic memories, Colette draws on EMDR - a structured therapy that helps process distressing experiences and reduce their emotional impact.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Colette works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods are likely to fit best with their needs, goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as therapy progresses. Licensed professionals and therapists can combine techniques to tailor care rather than relying on a single model.

Online therapy with Colette is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits or geographic distance. These options make it possible to maintain continuity of care and access consistent support from a qualified therapist regardless of location.