BACP

Sian Dyer, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Sian is a BACP therapist in the UK.

5+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Sian

Sian Dyer is an integrative psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom who supports adults and couples navigating a broad range of emotional and relational difficulties. She works with people experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, and a sense of disconnection or being stuck, offering a tailored, person-focused approach that draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, humanistic and psychodynamic ideas, and polyvagal-informed practice to meet each client where they are.

Sian places particular emphasis on understanding the nervous system and emotional regulation, helping clients recognise why they may move into fight, flight, freeze, or shutdown and how those responses influence thoughts, feelings, and relationships. By exploring these patterns, she supports clients to develop greater clarity, calm, and trust in their capacity to respond to life differently. Her work also addresses how past experiences and attachment patterns shape current behaviour and relationship dynamics, with practical strategies to build self-esteem, healthier boundaries, and more compassionate self-care.

She also offers couples work to improve communication, rebuild connection, and uncover recurring patterns in relationships so partners can move from blame to understanding and teamwork. Sian holds the BACP credential, which indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects professional standards and training. Her style aims to be grounded, empathetic, and collaborative, helping clients progress at a pace that feels manageable and supportive.

Areas of expertise

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflicts

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Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy

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Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic 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 disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster 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 HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling 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 Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage low mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships and attachment styles influence current connections, helping clients and couples understand emotional needs and improve relational safety and responsiveness. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, known as ACT, helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful actions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sian Dyer works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques from these approaches to create a personalised plan that feels manageable and relevant.

Online therapy with Sian is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to access support from different locations and at times that suit busy lives. These options provide flexibility for people balancing work, family, or geographical constraints while maintaining continuity of care and regular therapeutic progress with registered professionals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Sian Dyer have?

Sian Dyer has 5 years of clinical experience working with adults and couples on issues such as anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, and emotional regulation.

Is Sian Dyer a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential, indicating registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Sian Dyer provide therapy?

Sian Dyer provides therapy in English.

Where is Sian Dyer located?

Sian Dyer is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Sian Dyer as my therapist?

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

Does Sian Dyer work with international clients?

Yes. Sian Dyer works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sian Dyer 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.