Wendy Stirling, BACP
UK therapist for trauma and life transitions
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Family and relationships
About Wendy Stirling
Wendy Stirling is a UK-licensed therapist with 10 years of professional experience working with individuals and families facing a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. She brings practical clinical training together with extensive personal insight, having completed over six years of her own therapy before qualifying, and she approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Wendy has supported clients dealing with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem and confidence issues, relationship and family concerns, grief, addictions, parenting challenges, and many other life transitions.
Wendy is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a recognised professional body for counsellors and therapists in the United Kingdom. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each client's individual needs, drawing on evidence-informed approaches to help people build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and work toward more fulfilling day-to-day lives. She understands that seeking help takes courage and offers steady, empathic support as clients take steps toward change.
Wendy welcomes adults from diverse backgrounds, including LGBT clients, and accepts international clients. She is committed to creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship that honours each person’s unique history and goals.
Wendy is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a recognised professional body for counsellors and therapists in the United Kingdom. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each client's individual needs, drawing on evidence-informed approaches to help people build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and work toward more fulfilling day-to-day lives. She understands that seeking help takes courage and offers steady, empathic support as clients take steps toward change.
Wendy welcomes adults from diverse backgrounds, including LGBT clients, and accepts international clients. She is committed to creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship that honours each person’s unique history and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Wendy Stirling have?
Wendy Stirling has 10 years of professional experience as a therapist.
Is Wendy Stirling a licensed therapist?
Yes. Wendy is licensed in the United Kingdom and holds the BACP credential, which indicates membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Wendy Stirling provide therapy?
Wendy provides therapy in English.
Where is Wendy Stirling located?
Wendy is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Wendy Stirling as my therapist?
You can work with Wendy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Wendy Stirling work with international clients?
Yes. Wendy works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Wendy Stirling cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and Wendy's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time for any reason. For the most current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Wendy. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and how online therapy supports them
Wendy commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy, along with client-centered principles, to guide her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values and committed actions - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and getting unstuck from unhelpful patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship experiences shape current emotional responses and connection patterns, making it helpful for relationship difficulties, trust issues, and attachment-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own pace of growth - this approach fosters self-exploration and emotional healing.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Wendy works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as the work unfolds so clients feel involved in planning their care.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow clients to connect from different locations, balance appointments with busy schedules, and continue work through life transitions. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these options to tailor contact style and frequency, making therapy more accessible while maintaining a focus on meaningful progress.