Diana Simpson, BACP

Diana Simpson is a BACP-accredited therapist with over 21 years of experience supporting individuals, couples and families through a wide range of life challenges. She trained with a BA honours degree in psychology and counselling studies, holds a master’s degree in psychology and has completed advanced training in Family Systems Trauma. As a practitioner accredited by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), she blends formal training with practical experience to help people navigate parenting difficulties, anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship changes and transitions.

Diana’s approach is warm, interactive and non-judgemental, grounded in respect and compassion. She works integratively, drawing on cognitive behavioural techniques, client-centered principles, solution-focused strategies and family systems ideas to tailor care to each person’s goals. Sessions are designed to increase self-awareness, build practical coping skills and support clients as they work toward their desired changes.

She designs treatment plans collaboratively so interventions match a client’s needs and preferences. Diana is enthusiastic about helping people explore their strengths, work through difficult emotions like anger, grief or low self-esteem, and develop the skills needed to move forward. Accessing counselling can take courage, and she aims to provide steady, empathic support for each step on that journey.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions with Diana Simpson

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental relationship where the client’s experience guides the pace and content of work. It helps people who need empathy, validation and a space to explore feelings and identity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and adjust unhelpful thoughts and behaviours - it is often used for anxiety, depression and stress-related problems and provides practical tools to manage symptoms. Internal Family Systems invites clients to explore the different parts of their inner world and the role each part plays, which can be helpful for trauma-related issues, attachment patterns and complex emotional responses.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Diana works collaboratively with clients and registered professionals to identify which methods best match a person’s goals, needs and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as those needs evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family responsibilities or mobility needs, and allow consistent support even when life circumstances change.