BACP

Wendy Brook, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Wendy is a BACP therapist in the UK.

24+ years of experience
Focus areas include Addictions, Family conflicts
Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy

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About Wendy

Wendy Brook is a warm, empathic therapist with 24 years of experience helping people through difficult life moments and transitions. She believes many people carry their own answers and that gentle, guided reflection can help them uncover what is most needed to move forward. Wendy works at a pace set by each person, offering steady support as clients explore how they arrived where they are and what they want next.

Her practice places particular emphasis on trauma and abuse in all its forms, whether experienced in childhood, adulthood, or both. Wendy understands that trauma is not always a single dramatic event but can be any experience that felt overwhelming or impossible to manage at the time. Such experiences can contribute to difficulties with relationships, anxiety, depression, addiction, anger, and other emotional challenges.

Wendy takes a preventative, integrative approach and does not view a formal diagnosis as the only route to help. Instead she focuses on understanding emotions and entrenched patterns, helping clients develop clearer self-awareness and more fulfilling ways of living. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), bringing professional training together with genuine compassion and belief in people’s capacity for change.

Outside of work Wendy enjoys time with family and friends, walks with her Labrador, watching horse events, and painting with watercolours.

Areas of expertise

Experience

24+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changesRelationship issuesGrief Intimacy-related issues

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Eating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue ADHD

Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

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Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality

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BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Attachment and skills-focused support available online

Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes how early relationships shape current patterns and feelings. It helps people understand attachment needs and develop more secure ways of relating to others, which can be especially useful for those struggling with intimacy, abandonment, or relational wounds. Client-Centered Therapy centers on the individual’s experience and offers a non-directive, empathic space where clients can explore emotions and choices at their own pace; it supports self-discovery and personal growth across a wide range of concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies and teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive or self-harming behaviours.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Wendy Brook works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the work over time as progress and priorities evolve. Registered professionals and therapists often blend approaches to match the client rather than applying one fixed method.

Online therapy with Wendy includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexible ways to access support around work, family, and daily life. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and receive consistent help from a trusted therapist regardless of location.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Wendy Brook have?

Wendy Brook has 24 years of professional experience.

Is Wendy Brook a registered therapist?

Yes. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

In which languages does Wendy Brook provide therapy?

Wendy Brook provides therapy in English.

Where is Wendy Brook located?

Wendy Brook is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Wendy Brook as my therapist?

Clients can work with Wendy Brook through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Wendy Brook work with international clients?

Wendy Brook does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Wendy Brook cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.