Bridget Blackford-Read, NCPS
UK psychotherapeutic counsellor for stress and trauma
- Trauma informed support
- Stress and anxiety help
- Video and phone sessions
About Bridget Blackford-Read
Bridget Blackford-Read is an accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 3 years of professional practice. She works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, and challenges related to life changes, offering steady support aimed at practical, manageable change.
Her training is integrative, which allows her to draw on different therapeutic styles to suit each person she works with. Common elements in her approach include exploring the impact of past experiences, offering gentle suggestions for activities between sessions such as journaling or grounding techniques, and creating space for clients to describe their experiences in their own way. Bridget emphasizes working at a pace that feels comfortable, acknowledging that change can feel risky even when it is hoped for.
Alongside clinical work, Bridget has experience with UK-based charities in roles such as caseworker and manager supporting victims of crime and witnesses attending Crown and Magistrates courts. She is also an affiliate counsellor with a charity that provides trauma-informed therapy to people affected by crime, contributing both as a counsellor and in office-based roles.
Bridget holds the NCPS credential, which indicates professional training and adherence to practice standards. She aims to respond to messages as quickly as possible, typically within the same day and certainly within 48 hours Monday to Friday. At weekends she checks incoming messages and will usually reply on Monday. She communicates promptly while balancing scheduled sessions and client contact.
Her training is integrative, which allows her to draw on different therapeutic styles to suit each person she works with. Common elements in her approach include exploring the impact of past experiences, offering gentle suggestions for activities between sessions such as journaling or grounding techniques, and creating space for clients to describe their experiences in their own way. Bridget emphasizes working at a pace that feels comfortable, acknowledging that change can feel risky even when it is hoped for.
Alongside clinical work, Bridget has experience with UK-based charities in roles such as caseworker and manager supporting victims of crime and witnesses attending Crown and Magistrates courts. She is also an affiliate counsellor with a charity that provides trauma-informed therapy to people affected by crime, contributing both as a counsellor and in office-based roles.
Bridget holds the NCPS credential, which indicates professional training and adherence to practice standards. She aims to respond to messages as quickly as possible, typically within the same day and certainly within 48 hours Monday to Friday. At weekends she checks incoming messages and will usually reply on Monday. She communicates promptly while balancing scheduled sessions and client contact.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Bridget Blackford-Read have?
Bridget Blackford-Read has 3 years of experience.
Is Bridget Blackford-Read a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential. No additional license details were provided.
In which languages does Bridget Blackford-Read provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Bridget Blackford-Read located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Bridget Blackford-Read as my therapist?
You can work with Bridget Blackford-Read through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Bridget Blackford-Read work with international clients?
Bridget Blackford-Read does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Bridget Blackford-Read 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 how online therapy can help
Bridget commonly uses Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her work. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current patterns and helps people build more secure ways of relating; it can be useful for attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the pace and focus of sessions, supporting self-exploration and confidence building. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and develop practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Bridget works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts her approach as therapy progresses so that it remains helpful and relevant.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without needing to travel, and they allow sessions and check-ins to fit around day-to-day responsibilities.
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