Diane Bailey , BACP
Compassionate relationship and family counsellor
- Relationship and family focus
- 12 years experience
- Offers online sessions
About Diane Bailey
Diane Bailey is a licensed relationship and family counsellor, students mental health mentor, and life coach with 12 years of professional experience. She blends practical guidance with a warm, human-centered approach, meeting clients where they are and supporting them through challenges related to stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, trauma, addiction, self-esteem, career changes, and more.
Diane values the courage it takes to seek support and recognizes that acknowledging a need for help is a vital first step. She emphasizes the importance of connection and works collaboratively to help clients embrace all aspects of themselves, build resilience, and regain a sense of agency over their lives. Her style encourages patience and self-compassion, inviting clients to celebrate each step forward and to learn from setbacks as part of the healing process.
Diane holds BACP, a professional counselling credential in the United Kingdom that reflects adherence to recognised standards of practice. She prioritizes creating a respectful and empathetic therapeutic relationship, helping people navigate life transitions, repair and strengthen relationships, and develop coping strategies that fit their individual circumstances. Her aim is to support clients in discovering sources of self-acceptance, practical change, and renewed confidence as they move toward their goals.
Diane values the courage it takes to seek support and recognizes that acknowledging a need for help is a vital first step. She emphasizes the importance of connection and works collaboratively to help clients embrace all aspects of themselves, build resilience, and regain a sense of agency over their lives. Her style encourages patience and self-compassion, inviting clients to celebrate each step forward and to learn from setbacks as part of the healing process.
Diane holds BACP, a professional counselling credential in the United Kingdom that reflects adherence to recognised standards of practice. She prioritizes creating a respectful and empathetic therapeutic relationship, helping people navigate life transitions, repair and strengthen relationships, and develop coping strategies that fit their individual circumstances. Her aim is to support clients in discovering sources of self-acceptance, practical change, and renewed confidence as they move toward their goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial 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) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Diane Bailey have?
Diane Bailey has 12 years of professional experience.
Is Diane Bailey a licensed therapist?
Yes. Diane Bailey holds the BACP credential, a recognised professional counselling credential in the United Kingdom. No additional licence details were provided.
In which languages does Diane Bailey provide therapy?
Diane Bailey provides therapy in English.
Where is Diane Bailey located?
Diane Bailey is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Diane Bailey as my therapist?
You can work with Diane Bailey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Diane Bailey work with international clients?
Diane Bailey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Diane Bailey 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 with therapy 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.
Integrating therapeutic approaches for online support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life, even when difficult emotions are present. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes because it focuses on practical actions aligned with what matters most. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in intimacy and trust, and it can be especially helpful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and healing from abandonment or trauma. Client-Centered Therapy prioritises the therapeutic relationship itself, offering an empathic, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore feelings and develop self-acceptance; this approach supports issues like low self-esteem, communication problems, and life transitions.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Diane will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She and the client discuss options and adjust the work as understanding deepens and priorities evolve.
Online therapy with a licensed professional offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from home or while traveling, all while working toward meaningful personal and relational goals.