Anne Ryan-Thomas, BACP

Integrative therapist with nursing background

Client-centered work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Mind-body health focus

About Anne Ryan-Thomas

Anne Ryan-Thomas is a licensed therapist with 12 years of professional experience who combines clinical insight with a long background in health care. She spent 20 years working as a nurse in the NHS, and that experience shaped her interest in health-related issues and the mind-body connection that often appears in therapy.

Anne adapts her way of working to the person in front of her, drawing on client-centered principles that emphasize listening and collaboration, cognitive behavioral methods that address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and creative arts techniques to access different forms of expression. She has supported people at different stages of life and from a variety of backgrounds, helping with concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, career questions, and coping with life changes.

As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP - she follows established professional standards. Anne aims to balance structure and flexibility, helping clients set realistic goals, develop practical coping strategies, and explore deeper personal meaning when helpful. Her work blends practical tools with empathetic understanding to support lasting change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Anne Ryan-Thomas have?

Anne Ryan-Thomas has 12 years of experience.

Is Anne Ryan-Thomas a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the BACP credential. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Anne Ryan-Thomas provide therapy?

Anne provides therapy in English.

Where is Anne Ryan-Thomas located?

Anne is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Anne Ryan-Thomas as my therapist?

You can work with Anne through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Anne Ryan-Thomas work with international clients?

Anne Ryan-Thomas does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Anne Ryan-Thomas 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

Anne draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as core strands of her work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and supporting clients to find their own direction - it helps when someone needs a collaborative, non-directive space to explore feelings and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is useful for managing anxiety, low mood, and stressful patterns that affect daily functioning. Anne also integrates existential ideas when appropriate, inviting reflection on meaning, choice, and personal responsibility to help with life transitions and deeper questions about purpose.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Anne works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts methods over time as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in planning their pathway through therapy.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people balancing work, family, or health needs. Anne provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing sessions to take place in ways that suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support while maintaining a therapeutic connection with licensed professionals and therapists who can guide change and coping skills.

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