Pennie Sheppard, BACP
Experienced UK counsellor for stress and trauma
- 15 years experience
- Online and remote support
- Trauma and addiction care
About Pennie Sheppard
Pennie Sheppard is a counsellor with 15 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and the challenges of major life changes. She works with a broad range of concerns including depression, anger, compassion fatigue and complex presentations such as dissociation, attachment and abandonment issues, personality-related patterns, chronic pain and long-term illness, and the needs of carers and blended families. She is based in the United Kingdom and holds membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), which reflects her professional training and commitment to ethical practice.
Pennie takes an integrative, person-focused approach that blends evidence-informed talking therapies with body-aware techniques. Her practice draws on methods such as mindfulness, breathing and relaxation exercises alongside therapeutic dialogue so that emotional, cognitive and bodily experiences can be explored together. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique situation, pacing work to match individual readiness and preferences.
Many people find it helpful that Pennie combines structured techniques with a warm, respectful manner that emphasises sensitivity and compassion. Her background in working with addiction, trauma and long-term conditions means she is comfortable addressing long-standing issues as well as more recent stresses. Prospective clients can expect a thoughtful, collaborative process focused on practical coping skills and deeper self-understanding.
Pennie often encourages a gentle, step-by-step path to change, drawing on the idea that while difficult feelings may arise, people can learn skills to respond differently and move toward their values and goals.
Pennie takes an integrative, person-focused approach that blends evidence-informed talking therapies with body-aware techniques. Her practice draws on methods such as mindfulness, breathing and relaxation exercises alongside therapeutic dialogue so that emotional, cognitive and bodily experiences can be explored together. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique situation, pacing work to match individual readiness and preferences.
Many people find it helpful that Pennie combines structured techniques with a warm, respectful manner that emphasises sensitivity and compassion. Her background in working with addiction, trauma and long-term conditions means she is comfortable addressing long-standing issues as well as more recent stresses. Prospective clients can expect a thoughtful, collaborative process focused on practical coping skills and deeper self-understanding.
Pennie often encourages a gentle, step-by-step path to change, drawing on the idea that while difficult feelings may arise, people can learn skills to respond differently and move toward their values and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Pennie Sheppard have?
Pennie Sheppard has 15 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mental health and wellbeing concerns.
Is Pennie Sheppard a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Pennie Sheppard provide therapy?
Pennie provides therapy in English.
Where is Pennie Sheppard located?
Pennie is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Pennie Sheppard as my therapist?
You can work with Pennie Sheppard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Pennie Sheppard work with international clients?
Yes, Pennie Sheppard works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Pennie Sheppard 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
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that align with their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress, low mood and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, offering practical tools for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression and compulsive habits. Client-Centered Therapy places the person’s own experience at the heart of the work, with the therapist offering empathy, respect and unconditional positive regard to support self-exploration and personal growth.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Pennie works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as progress unfolds and circumstances change.
Online therapy with a licensed professional provides a flexible way to access support through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, family and health commitments, and to maintain continuity of care for people who travel or live outside a therapist’s local area. Many clients find the convenience and variety of online formats help them stay engaged while making meaningful therapeutic progress.