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Anna Zielinska

Therapist · United Kingdom

Anna Zielinska, BACP

Compassionate counsellor focusing on everyday challenges

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  • Client-centred approach
  • English and Polish
  • Supports international clients

About Anna

Anna Zielinska is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She speaks English and Polish and supports international clients. Anna frames therapy as a collaborative process where the client’s experience is central to change.

Her approach starts by listening without judgment. She treats the person in front of her as the expert on their own life and works to build understanding and safety. Sessions focus on what is most pressing for the client and on small, realistic steps that can reduce distress in daily life.

Anna uses client-centred methods to follow the client’s pace and concerns. This means the conversation is shaped around the client’s priorities rather than a fixed agenda. The aim is to help people feel heard, to clarify what matters to them, and to try practical ways of coping that fit their life.

Clients bring a wide range of difficulties, from ongoing health conditions and chronic pain to issues around attachment, communication and identity. Anna has experience supporting people who describe complicated life histories, including abandonment, caregiving strain, cancer, and neurodiversity-related challenges.

Her professional registration is BACP, which appears after her name as a record of that credential. With three years of practising experience, Anna focuses on steady, person-led work rather than quick fixes. To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and then arrange sessions to match their schedules.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

BACP · United Kingdom

Languages

English, Polish

How client-centred work translates to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on attentive listening and following what matters to the person. In practice this means the counsellor reflects back what the client says, asks gentle questions to clarify feelings, and supports the client to find their own solutions. This approach can help with anxiety, low mood, relationship concerns and the emotional impact of long-term health challenges.

Because the work centres on the client’s experience, the therapist and client decide together which way of working fits best. That might mean trying different session rhythms, focusing on short practical goals, or spending more time exploring feelings. The therapist will help the client and counsellor find the best fit based on goals, needs and preferences in a collaborative way.

Practical benefits of online therapy are about fitting sessions into everyday life. Online work can make scheduling easier around work, caregiving or medical appointments and reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or conversations without being on camera when that helps the client feel more comfortable. The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking to ensure the delivery method suits your needs and routine.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Anna help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues and depression, plus related areas such as chronic illness, caregiver stress and body image.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is client-centred, which means she follows the client’s lead and focuses on listening, empathy and practical steps the person finds helpful.

What experience does she bring?

She has three years of professional experience working with a range of concerns and aims to support clients through steady, person-led work.

What credentials and location are listed?

Her credential is BACP and she is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages can sessions be held in?

Sessions are offered in English and Polish, and she also accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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