- Strengths focused
- Practical steps
- Short term goals
About Ann-Marie
Ann-Marie Ritchie is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety and the practical impact of grief. She supports those facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, anger and changes in self esteem. Ann-Marie also works with people dealing with social anxiety, forgiveness concerns and young adult issues. She holds BACP accreditation and is based in the United Kingdom.
Ann-Marie uses a collaborative style in sessions. She treats clients as partners and focuses on the strengths they already have. Conversations are direct and practical, with simple steps to try between meetings.
Her approach draws on Client-Centred Therapy to create a space where people can speak openly and be heard without judgement. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thought patterns and try small behaviour changes. Solution-Focused Therapy helps set short-term goals and build on what is already working.
With four years of experience, Ann-Marie aims to make sessions straightforward and relevant to everyday life. She explains ideas plainly and checks in about what is helpful. This keeps work focused on the changes a person wants to make.
To begin, a person follows the Start Therapy button and completes a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is then made according to the therapist's availability and the site's booking process.
How these approaches work for online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and making space for the person to tell their story. It helps people feel understood and can make it easier to name what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses small experiments to shift unhelpful patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clear, short-term goals and practical steps that can be tried between sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ann-Marie will talk through options and decide together with the client which methods match their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process can be adjusted as therapy progresses to keep things useful and realistic.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can help fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel, making scheduling easier and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer to speak without being on camera or who need lower bandwidth options. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt the pace and tools used so the work fits everyday routines.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting struggles, anger, low self esteem and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include forgiveness, social anxiety and young adult concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She works with each person to identify practical steps and builds on existing strengths.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of clinical experience working with the concerns listed in her profile.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds BACP accreditation and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions conducted in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a course of therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.