Leanne Orrick , BACP

Leanne Orrick recognises the courage it takes to ask for help and meets people where they are in life. She offers a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for anyone feeling overwhelmed by low self-esteem, depression, anxiety or life events that have become hard to carry. In sessions she encourages clients to express whatever feels right in the moment - to cry, laugh, sit in silence or explore confusion - and to be treated with warmth and acceptance as they work through their concerns.

Drawing on a person-centered foundation, Leanne walks alongside clients rather than directing them, helping to uncover the patterns and past experiences that may still be shaping day-to-day life. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) when practical, structured work is helpful, offering measurable goals and step-by-step strategies for issues such as phobias, anxiety and trauma responses. This combination aims to balance empathic listening with clear tools for change.

With 11 years of experience, Leanne trained to become a fully qualified counsellor and cognitive behavioural therapist and maintains professional membership of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects recognised standards in the field. Her practice is described as warm, honest and emotionally engaged, focused on helping people rebuild perspective, set realistic goals and move toward a life that feels more purposeful and manageable.

Approaches and Online Therapy with Leanne Orrick

Leanne uses client-centered and cognitive behavioural approaches to tailor sessions to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a trusting, empathetic relationship where the client’s experience guides the work; it is helpful for exploring self-esteem, grief, relationship challenges and emotional processing. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) offers practical, structured techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and replace them with actionable steps - this approach can be useful for anxiety, phobias and managing mood difficulties. Mindfulness techniques are also used at times to help people develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to stress.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process and Leanne works collaboratively with clients to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences and life circumstances. She seeks to balance empathetic listening with practical strategies so clients feel both understood and equipped to make changes.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access regular, consistent support from licensed professionals and can remove practical barriers such as travel, helping people maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into everyday life.