Sian Owen , BACP

Sian Owen is a UK-accredited counsellor and therapist with 5 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and life challenges. She works with issues such as stress and anxiety, anger, low self-esteem and confidence, depression, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related difficulties, eating and sleeping problems, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Her practice also addresses ADHD, boundaries and abandonment, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and other complex presenting problems.

Sian holds BACP accreditation - registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates adherence to professional standards and ongoing professional development. She adopts a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate stance, tailoring conversations and therapeutic plans to each person’s unique circumstances and goals. Her approach draws on evidence-informed methods to help clients build practical skills, increase self-awareness, and find forward-moving strategies that suit their lives.

Working in both English and Welsh, Sian accepts clients in the United Kingdom and internationally. She emphasizes collaboration and supports people through the often-difficult first steps toward greater wellbeing. Prospective clients are encouraged to reach out if they think her approach may be helpful.

How Sian Integrates Therapeutic Approaches into Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - encourages people to notice their thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and to take actions that align with their values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and navigating difficult life changes by focusing on what matters most to the individual.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - is a practical, skills-based approach that explores connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. It aims to develop strategies for managing symptoms such as low mood, worry, and unhelpful patterns, and is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger management.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, giving the person space to explore their experience while the therapist offers understanding and support. This approach can be particularly helpful for building self-esteem, improving relationships, and working through grief or trauma.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Sian works collaboratively to determine what fits best for each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She draws on her training and client feedback to tailor methods and pace, helping clients try different strategies until a comfortable and effective way forward is identified.

Online therapy with Sian is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access support from home or while travelling, reduce time spent on logistics, and allow therapists and clients to focus on practical progress and ongoing care.