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Penelope “Penny” Williamson, BACP

Warm integrative therapist focused on individual growth
  • Client-led sessions
  • NHS experience
  • Coaching and goal setting

About Penelope “Penny” Williamson

Penelope "Penny" Williamson is an integrative therapist with a foundation in person-centred humanistic counselling and registration with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. With three years of practice, she supports people navigating a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, attachment challenges, childhood trauma, inner child work, neurodivergence, and issues with self-image and confidence.

Penny has experience working within the NHS, where she supported clients from varied backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, sexualities, and genders. She combines warmth, openness, and a relaxed manner with creativity and a sense of humour, believing these qualities can enhance the therapeutic process. Her coaching background also means she can help clients focused on the present or near future with practical goal setting and cultivating a growth mindset.

Therapy with Penny is tailored to each person - whether that involves logical problem solving, imaginative approaches, or exploring deeper emotions and past trauma. She offers client-led, non-judgmental sessions where people are invited to speak freely and feel heard. When requested, she provides additional resources such as books, podcasts, television recommendations, and worksheets. Penny approaches therapy as a collaborative journey aimed at increasing self-awareness, fostering self-acceptance, and building self-esteem.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemADHD

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageGuilt and shameLife purposeMen's issuesSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Penelope “Penny” Williamson have?

Penelope "Penny" Williamson has three years of professional experience.

Is Penelope “Penny” Williamson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP registration - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Penelope “Penny” Williamson provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Penelope “Penny” Williamson located?

She is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Penelope “Penny” Williamson as my therapist?

You can work with Penelope "Penny" Williamson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Penelope “Penny” Williamson work with international clients?

Penelope "Penny" Williamson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Penelope “Penny” Williamson 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 canceled 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 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support



Penelope integrates several evidence-informed approaches to suit different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - helps people clarify what matters most to them and develop psychological flexibility, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships and how these affect current connections, making it helpful for relationship, intimacy, and abandonment issues. Client-Centred Therapy, rooted in a person-focused humanistic stance, emphasises empathy and unconditional positive regard, supporting self-exploration, self-esteem, and emotional healing.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Penny works collaboratively with clients to identify methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions so that practical strategies, deeper emotional work, or a blend of both can be used as appropriate.

Online therapy with Penny is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and to continue work on goals, relationships, and coping skills without the constraints of travel or rigid appointment formats.

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