Anneke Beresford , BACP

Anneke Beresford is a licensed person-centered therapist who trained and qualified on a BACP-accredited course in the United Kingdom. With more than 13 years of professional experience, she has supported people facing relationship difficulties, stress and anxiety, addiction challenges, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders. Anneke combines professional training with a compassionate, respectful approach and adapts her conversations and treatment plans to meet each person’s specific needs.

Her practice emphasizes sensitivity and empowerment, helping clients take the often-difficult first steps toward change and a more satisfying life. Anneke aims to create a collaborative space where individuals can explore their concerns, develop coping strategies, and build on strengths at a pace that suits them. The BACP accreditation refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, indicating training that aligns with recognised counselling standards in the UK.

Anneke’s work is grounded in belief that seeking help takes courage. She offers tailored support intended to help people gain clarity, manage symptoms, and pursue goals related to relationships, wellbeing, and personal growth. Prospective clients can expect a professional, empathetic approach focused on practical progress and long-term resilience.

Approaches for online growth and coping

Anneke integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices into online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathic listening and creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space so clients can explore their feelings and make choices that fit their values - it is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and navigating life changes. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, low mood, and stress. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and coping with difficult experiences.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process and will be collaborative. Anneke works with clients and licensed professionals to identify goals, try approaches, and adjust methods based on what feels most effective and comfortable for the individual.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity when schedules or locations change. These options provide flexibility and accessibility so clients can engage in therapy in ways that suit their routines and preferences.