Wendy Holmes, BACP
Relationship and trauma-focused therapist
- Trauma-informed care
- Flexible online sessions
- Relationship OCD focus
About Wendy Holmes
Wendy Holmes is a UK-based therapist who brings a compassionate, collaborative approach to supporting people through life changes, relationship challenges, and complex emotional experiences. She offers a warm and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their past and shape the future they want, working at a pace that feels manageable and respectful of each person’s goals and values.
Wendy has experience addressing trauma and abuse, grief and loss, relationship difficulties including Relationship OCD, intimacy concerns, and female life stage changes with a particular focus on menopause. She also works with anxiety, stress, depression, parenting and family issues, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and a broad range of other concerns including career and self-esteem. Her practice includes sensitivity to LGBT issues and a range of relational and attachment-related challenges.
To accommodate varied needs and lifestyles, Wendy provides flexible session options including video and phone appointments as well as text-based therapy. She is accredited with the BACP, the UK professional association for counselling and psychotherapy, and has completed training in areas such as Integrated Psycho-therapeutic Counselling, Compassionate Enquiry, Baby and Infant Loss, Grief and Loss, Transactional Analysis (TA), a Certificate programme in Women’s Trauma, an Integrated Sex and Couples Certificate, Felt Scence Polyvagal Model for Trauma and Addictions, Treating complex trauma with IFS Therapy, and a Diploma in Dealing with Narcissism.
Whether someone feels stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, Wendy aims to offer steady, compassionate support to help people take meaningful steps forward.
Wendy has experience addressing trauma and abuse, grief and loss, relationship difficulties including Relationship OCD, intimacy concerns, and female life stage changes with a particular focus on menopause. She also works with anxiety, stress, depression, parenting and family issues, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and a broad range of other concerns including career and self-esteem. Her practice includes sensitivity to LGBT issues and a range of relational and attachment-related challenges.
To accommodate varied needs and lifestyles, Wendy provides flexible session options including video and phone appointments as well as text-based therapy. She is accredited with the BACP, the UK professional association for counselling and psychotherapy, and has completed training in areas such as Integrated Psycho-therapeutic Counselling, Compassionate Enquiry, Baby and Infant Loss, Grief and Loss, Transactional Analysis (TA), a Certificate programme in Women’s Trauma, an Integrated Sex and Couples Certificate, Felt Scence Polyvagal Model for Trauma and Addictions, Treating complex trauma with IFS Therapy, and a Diploma in Dealing with Narcissism.
Whether someone feels stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, Wendy aims to offer steady, compassionate support to help people take meaningful steps forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Wendy Holmes have?
Wendy Holmes has 4 years of experience.
Is Wendy Holmes a licensed therapist?
Yes. Wendy holds the BACP credential, which is a recognised professional association for counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Wendy Holmes provide therapy?
Wendy provides therapy in English.
Where is Wendy Holmes located?
Wendy is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Wendy Holmes as my therapist?
You can work with Wendy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Wendy Holmes work with international clients?
Wendy Holmes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Wendy Holmes 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.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Wendy uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, so they can clarify personal values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life. This approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions.
Attachment-Based Therapy is another core influence, focusing on how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and expectations. It supports work on intimacy, abandonment concerns, and relational difficulties by exploring relational patterns and building more secure ways of connecting.
Mindfulness Therapy complements these approaches by teaching present-moment awareness and gentle self-observation, which can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation in the face of grief, trauma-related distress, and daily stressors.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Wendy collaborates with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the way she works as progress unfolds.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility - people can engage from home, during breaks, or while managing caregiving and work commitments. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy into busy lives while working with licensed professionals and therapists committed to tailored support.