Mandy Parnell, BACP

Mandy Parnell is an integrative therapist who works with adults aged 18 and above, bringing 16 years of professional experience to her practice. She holds a BSc (Hons) degree in Integrative Counselling Psychotherapy from the University of Roehampton - a university-level qualification in therapeutic practice - and is a registered member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, practising in line with their ethical guidelines.

Mandy draws on person-centred and cognitive behavioural approaches, believing that thoughts directly influence feelings and behaviour. She values the therapeutic relationship and places getting to know each client at the heart of her work, creating space for exploration, learning, and personal change. Her style is warm and collaborative, offering both attentive listening and gentle direction when helpful.

She supports people through a wide range of concerns, helping clients discover what matters most to them and how they want to live their lives. Mandy describes therapy as a personal journey and aims to make that journey a positive and empowering experience, encouraging clients to build happier and more fulfilling lives.

Mandy welcomes new clients and shares more information on her website at www.mandyparnellcounselling.com.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person at the centre of the work, offering a respectful, non-directive environment where clients are encouraged to explore their feelings and values. This approach supports issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and general life stress by helping people find their own solutions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, offering practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and difficulties with repetitive negative thinking by teaching skills to reframe thinking and adapt behaviour.

Attachment-Based Therapy helps explore how early relationships influence current ways of relating to others and to oneself, making it helpful for relationship difficulties, trauma responses, and family patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is explored collaboratively. Mandy works with each client to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and may blend elements from different approaches to suit the individual.

Online sessions - by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, those in different locations, or anyone who prefers remote appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into everyday life while maintaining regular contact with registered professionals and therapists who support the work.