BACP

Chiara Stoten, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Chiara is a BACP therapist in the UK.

6+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy

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About Chiara

Chiara Stoten practices as an integrative counsellor who adapts her methods to fit each individual. She recognises that people carry many different parts within themselves, so she draws on a range of approaches - including person-centred, humanistic, existential, psychodynamic and solution-focused methods - to shape therapy around what each person needs. She listens carefully to what a person wants from the therapeutic relationship and aims to work at a pace that feels manageable while keeping the client’s goals in view.

Chiara brings six years of professional experience to her work, including four years in private practice in the Bristol area where she has supported a wide variety of people. She has considerable experience with trauma, dissociation, abuse, depression, stress, anxiety and relational issues, and she has been gaining recent experience working with autism and ADHD. Her background also includes supporting young people in schools and universities as well as adults across different life stages.

Chiara is registered with the BACP, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She believes the healing process differs for everyone and that there is no single right way to work - only the way that suits a person best. She welcomes the opportunity to meet and explore what support might be helpful.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression Addictions LGBT Grief

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Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome

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Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues 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 Fertility issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns 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 Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Integrative approaches and online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental space where the person’s own experience guides the work. This approach emphasises empathy and respect and can help with issues such as anxiety, low mood and relationship concerns by allowing people to explore their feelings at their own pace. Psychodynamic Therapy explores how past experiences and internal patterns influence present behaviour and relationships. It can be useful for understanding recurring relational difficulties, attachment issues and deep-seated emotional patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy is goal-oriented and concentrates on practical steps and small changes that move a person toward the life they want. It is often helpful for stress, coping with life changes and developing clear strategies for specific problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Chiara works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best. She will listen to the client’s needs, goals and preferences and adapt methods accordingly so the work feels relevant and manageable. Registered professionals and therapists commonly integrate several methods to meet individual needs.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as greater flexibility and easier access to support. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging allow people to choose the format that suits their schedule and communication style, making it simpler to maintain continuity of care while balancing other life commitments.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Chiara Stoten have?

Chiara Stoten has six years of professional experience.

Is Chiara Stoten a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential, a professional registration for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Chiara Stoten provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Chiara Stoten located?

Chiara Stoten is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Chiara Stoten as my therapist?

You can work with Chiara Stoten through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Chiara Stoten work with international clients?

Chiara Stoten does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Chiara Stoten 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.