Diana Simpson , BACP

Diana Simpson is a BACP-accredited therapist with 21 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of life challenges. She holds a BA honours degree in psychology and counselling studies, a master’s in psychology, and has completed advanced training in Family Systems Trauma. Her accreditation with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) reflects recognised professional standards in counselling practice.

Her approach is warm, interactive, and non-judgemental, grounded in respect and compassion. Diana works integratively, drawing on client-centered principles, cognitive behavioural techniques, solution-focused work, and family systems perspectives to tailor treatment to each person’s goals. She helps clients build self-awareness, develop practical skills, and navigate issues such as stress and anxiety, relationships, parenting and family difficulties, trauma and bereavement, addictions, identity concerns, self-esteem and career questions.

Diana creates a supportive space for honest conversation and collaborative planning. She adapts her methods to meet specific needs and welcomes the courage it takes to seek help, offering steady guidance for people aiming to create a clearer vision of who they want to become and the next steps to get there.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Diana Simpson commonly blends client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy with Internal Family Systems work to address a wide range of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathic, non-judgemental relationship that helps people explore their feelings and values and is well suited to issues like self-esteem, transitions, and relationship challenges. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, making it useful for anxiety, stress, and mood-related concerns. Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps people understand and work with different parts of themselves to resolve inner conflicts and heal from trauma or longstanding patterns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Diana will work with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and adapt techniques over time so therapy fits each person’s circumstances and pace. This collaborative stance helps refine what is most helpful as work progresses.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support without rearranging life around appointments. These formats give flexibility for scheduling, allow therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care, and can be particularly helpful for people balancing work, family, or mobility constraints.