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Fiona Austin, BACP
United Kingdom
BACP counsellor - stress and anxiety
See online therapy options- CBT
- Mindfulness
- Hypnotherapy
About Fiona
Fiona Austin is a BACP counsellor with 20 years' experience based in the United Kingdom. She focuses on stress, anxiety and overwhelm, and how those problems often show up as relationship difficulties, sleep disruption, low motivation and procrastination. Fiona aims to help people clear practical obstacles so they can make forward changes in their life.
She uses straightforward, goal-focused work that looks at thoughts, behaviours and habits. Fiona helps people spot patterns that keep them stuck and tests small changes to see what shifts. Sessions also explore building self-esteem and drawing on positive memories and personal strengths to boost confidence.
Fiona describes much of the work as translating the past into perspective so people can move on. She balances addressing difficult experiences with exercises that produce immediate, manageable relief. This mix means sessions can include talking, practical tasks and short structured exercises between meetings.
Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centred listening, existential reflection and mindfulness methods. She may also use hypnotherapy and motivational interviewing where appropriate. Fiona frames these methods in plain language and links them to clear aims like better sleep, improved communication or reduced worry.
People who choose Fiona can expect practical steps, straightforward explanations and a focus on what to try next. For international enquiries, sessions are offered in English. Before booking, confirm the current session options to match how you want to meet.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Fiona draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, and then try practical behavioural changes. CBT is useful for worry, sleep problems and low motivation because it links thinking patterns to everyday actions.She also uses client-centred methods that focus on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. That approach helps clarify goals and priorities. Existential elements are used to look at meaning and life choices when people face big changes or feel stuck.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Fiona will discuss what feels most relevant and adjust methods based on a person's goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where the plan can change as progress is seen.
The biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around work, reduce travel time and offer shorter check-ins when needed. They can also allow for quieter, less active tasks like guided breathing or brief homework review without requiring a commute.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, motivation and relationship issues, plus parenting and career concerns.
How would she use CBT in sessions?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tries small behavioural changes to test what helps.
How much experience does she have?
Fiona has 20 years' experience working with people on stress, anxiety and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Which session formats does she offer?
The original biography did not list specific session formats; please confirm current options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the process to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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