Stacy Scarisbrick, BACP

Stacy Scarisbrick is a counsellor trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and person-centred practice. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which indicates adherence to professional and ethical standards in therapeutic work. Stacy emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change and aims to create a non-judgmental space where people can explore their concerns and move toward greater empowerment.

With four years of clinical experience, Stacy supports people facing a wide range of challenges including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, intimacy-related concerns, eating and sleeping problems, parenting struggles, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes. She also works with specific focus areas such as abandonment and attachment difficulties, avoidant or dependent personality patterns, blended family and communication problems, body image and control issues, dissociation, domestic violence, and perinatal concerns including postpartum depression and birth or infant loss.

Stacy approaches each person collaboratively, tailoring therapeutic methods to individual needs and goals. She seeks to balance practical strategies with reflective exploration so clients feel supported in developing skills, insight, and resilience over the course of therapy.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Stacy uses client-centred work to place the person at the centre of therapy - this involves empathic listening, reflection, and creating space for the client to explore their own priorities and values. It is well suited to issues around self-esteem, relationship concerns, grief, and the emotional impact of life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is offered to help identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. CBT provides practical tools and exercises that can be helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, sleep difficulties, and managing addictive behaviours.

Mindfulness therapy is used to develop present-moment awareness and self-regulation skills. Simple mindfulness practices can support stress reduction, coping with intrusive thoughts, and improving emotional balance.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stacy works collaboratively with each person and with registered professionals where appropriate to tailor a blend of methods to fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. This means plans can be adjusted over time as progress and priorities emerge.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, and travel, and they increase access for international clients and people in different time zones. Many people find that combining synchronous and text-based contact supports continuity between sessions and helps maintain momentum in their work with a therapist.