Zoe Smith, BACP

Zoe Smith is a qualified counsellor based in the United Kingdom and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a professional body that indicates she meets recognised standards for counselling in the UK. With four years of clinical experience, she has worked with people facing trauma, domestic abuse, addiction, stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns and many of the everyday struggles life can bring.

Zoe adopts a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance, creating an empathetic space where individuals can examine the coping strategies they have developed and consider new ways of responding. Her work focuses on helping people rediscover their values and strengths while processing difficult experiences at a pace that feels manageable. She views the therapeutic relationship as a partnership and values the courage it takes to seek help.

Zoe listens attentively, offers guidance tailored to each person, and supports clients as they take steps toward greater balance, self-understanding and healing. She aims to walk alongside clients as they explore change and work toward a more fulfilling life.

Attachment, Trauma and CBT in Online Therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence present patterns of connection and coping, helping people understand attachment styles and work on issues such as abandonment, loneliness and relationship difficulties. Trauma-Focused Therapy offers structured ways to process distressing events and their emotional impact, supporting recovery from experiences like domestic abuse and other traumatic histories. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can ease symptoms of stress, anxiety and patterns that contribute to addiction or control issues.

Registered professionals and therapists commonly adapt these approaches to suit remote work, and Zoe works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit. She will help clients explore their needs, goals and preferences and may combine methods or adjust the pace as trust develops.

Online therapy with Zoe is available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for varied schedules and communication styles. These options make it possible to receive consistent therapeutic support while choosing the format that feels most comfortable and practical for everyday life.