Heather Oddy, NCPS

Heather Oddy is a UK-based counsellor and psychotherapist who works in an integrative way, blending person-centred principles with transactional analysis, gestalt and psychodynamic ideas to meet each person where they are. She has continued to extend her training to include approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, psycholinguistics, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solution-focused techniques and motivational interviewing, alongside informed work with adverse childhood experiences. Her practice adapts these methods to the needs of the individual so clients can explore patterns, build insight and develop practical strategies for living.

Over five years Heather has supported people with a wide range of concerns, including generalised anxiety, depression, trauma and stress, loss and bereavement, emotional and physical abuse, and difficulties related to attention difference where individuals suspect ADHD. She also works with relationship and family issues, self-esteem and confidence, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, career pressures and the impact of chronic illness and caregiving stress.

Heather receives regular clinical supervision and works within the legal framework of NCPS. Her approach combines evidence-based techniques with compassionate listening, aiming to help clients identify goals, learn coping skills and discover more adaptive ways of relating to themselves and others.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Heather commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify what matters to them and develop flexible skills to act in ways that align with their values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, low mood and chronic difficulties that respond to value-driven change.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relational patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses. Working with attachment ideas can help people understand trust, intimacy and relationship difficulties and build more secure ways of relating.

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a respectful, non-judgemental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own capacity for growth. This approach is helpful for building self-esteem, processing grief and navigating life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and Heather works collaboratively to identify what fits best with each person’s needs, goals and preferences. Together they explore different techniques and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Heather is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for work, family and health commitments. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a registered professional without travel, allowing people to integrate therapy into their daily lives more conveniently.