Anna Koolen, BACP

Anna Koolen is a UK-licensed therapist with five years of professional experience and holds BACP accreditation, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She specialises in helping people manage stress and anxiety and supports those who are coping with addictions. She works from the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilised to meet current challenges.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often requires courage, and Anna offers steady, nonjudgmental support throughout that process. Her approach emphasises listening, collaboration, and practical strategies so clients can build resilience and make changes that matter to them. She is available to guide people through difficult moments and to help them discover clearer ways forward at a pace that suits their needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Anna draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, non-directive space where the client leads the pace and focus of sessions. This approach helps people who are managing stress, anxiety, or the emotional impacts of change by emphasising listening, empathy, and the client’s own goals.

Motivational interviewing is another element of her work - a collaborative conversation style that explores ambivalence and supports commitment to change. It is useful for clients facing addictions, behavioural shifts, or stages where motivation and readiness are central concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Anna works collaboratively with each client to identify the best fit based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. Registered professionals and therapists can adapt techniques as work progresses so the plan remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access support around work, caregiving, or travel commitments. These options allow clients to choose how they communicate, maintain continuity of care across locations, and fit therapy into a busy life.