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Angela Higgins, BACP
United Kingdom
BACP counsellor - Anxiety and stress
See online therapy options- CBT and person-centred
- Addictions experience
- Supports trauma recovery
About Angela
Angela Higgins is a counsellor registered with the BACP and has worked in the UK for 25 years. She began as a befriender supporting people affected by conflict in Northern Ireland and went on to train as a counsellor. Her main concerns include stress, anxiety, depression and relationship and family difficulties.
She describes her practice as grounded in Person-Centred work while using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) where it helps. That means she listens for what matters to each person, then helps them notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. Sessions are practical and focused on what is useful day to day.
Her background includes a long period as an addictions counsellor, including work in a local prison. That experience informs her work with people facing addiction, anger, trauma and the challenges that follow bereavement or significant life change. She also has experience with panic, agoraphobia, PTSD-related issues, and workplace stress.
In addition to talking therapies, she has trained in complementary approaches such as Reiki, sound healing, reflexology and Indian head massage over the last decade. She uses these skills where they might support overall wellbeing alongside talking therapy rather than as a replacement for psychological work.
Angela works with a wide range of concerns including eating and sleeping problems, body image, chronic pain or illness, LGBT issues, and sexual assault and abuse. She also supports people dealing with career questions, life purpose and seasonal mood changes. If someone wishes to begin, they complete a short matching questionnaire and book a first session using the site process.
Therapeutic approaches and online work
Angela uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a practical way, helping clients identify unhelpful thoughts and test new responses to reduce stress and anxiety. CBT is often used for mood problems, panic, and behaviours that get in the way of daily life.She also works from a Client-Centred (Person-Centred) perspective, focusing on empathic listening, congruence and unconditional positive regard as the basis for therapy. This approach supports people who need time to talk through emotions and make their own decisions about change.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has worked before, then try methods that fit those aims. Sessions can mix CBT techniques with person-centred listening and other complementary skills she has trained in to support wellbeing.
The biography does not specify which online formats are used. Confirm the session formats offered before booking so you know whether video, phone or messaging is available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety and depression alongside relationship and family concerns. Her practice also covers addictions, trauma, bereavement and life changes.
How does she approach therapy?
She combines Person-Centred listening with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. The focus is on noticing thoughts and trying practical ways to change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience working in counselling roles across community and specialist settings. Ten years of that work focused on addictions, including time in a local prison.
What credentials and location apply?
She is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.