Shirley-Anne Bingham, BACP

Shirley-Anne Bingham is a person-centred, trauma-informed counsellor and coach who has worked full time as a therapist for seven years across NHS and charity settings. She draws on a client-led approach that encourages people to explore what matters most to them, while integrating an awareness of trauma to better support those whose past experiences continue to affect their present. She holds the credential BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), which reflects her professional training and commitment to standards of practice.

Her practice focuses on common mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, bereavement, stress, life changes and relationship breakdown. Shirley-Anne also brings in-depth knowledge of trauma, chronic illness support - particularly cancer - neurodiversity, menopause, domestic abuse and workplace issues. She works with a wide range of concerns such as abandonment and attachment difficulties, caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose and midlife challenges, self-esteem and self-love, sexuality and women’s issues, and career-related stress.

Shirley-Anne aims to create a supportive space where therapy is collaborative and tailored to each person. She and her clients regularly review what is helping and refocus when needed, recognising that goals can evolve as understanding deepens. She welcomes the opportunity to work alongside people as they navigate change and build resilience.

Person-centred and Trauma-informed Care Online

Shirley-Anne works from a person-centred approach that places the client’s experience at the heart of therapy. This way of working focuses on listening, empathy and supporting people to find their own solutions, and it can be helpful for stress, low mood, relationship concerns and life transitions. Her trauma-informed practice recognises the impact of past harm and prioritises pacing, safety and understanding to support recovery from traumatic experiences; this approach is useful for those dealing with trauma, domestic abuse, or long-term stress reactions.

She also integrates coaching skills to help clarify goals and practical steps for change when that is appropriate. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey - Shirley-Anne collaborates with clients to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences, and she regularly reviews progress to adapt the plan together.

Online therapy with Shirley-Anne is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from registered professionals while balancing work, caregiving or health constraints.