- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practices
About Despina
Despina Andreou is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years' experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, trauma and abuse, and anger. She also supports those facing changes at work or in life, and people coping with low self-esteem and depression.
Despina uses straightforward conversation and practical skills in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Mindfulness approaches to help people notice patterns, manage strong feelings and try different responses. She also has experience with trauma-focused work for those affected by past events.
In a typical meeting she helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and actions, then practises simple strategies to reduce tension and reactivity. She may introduce grounding or breathing exercises and short behavioural experiments to test new ways of coping. Sessions aim to build clearer communication and reduce recurring arguments or resentments.
Despina speaks English and Greek and can work with people from different countries. She asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire before their first appointment to clarify current needs and priorities. Fees vary with location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
If someone prefers to start remotely, they are guided to the online therapy options and shown how to schedule their first session. The focus is on practical steps to make everyday interactions less stressful and on learning skills to manage anger when it arises.
How her approaches work in remote sessions
Despina commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy techniques in her work. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying small behaviour changes to test new outcomes, and it can help with anxiety, low mood and recurring anger responses. DBT teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can reduce impulsive reactions and improve communication.She also draws on mindfulness-based exercises to bring attention to bodily sensations and breathing. Those exercises aim to reduce reactivity and give people space to choose how to respond rather than reacting automatically. Deciding on the mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review needs, goals and preferences and try approaches that suit the person's day-to-day life.
If you plan to meet remotely, confirm the available session options before booking so they fit your schedule. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, reduce travel and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals will discuss practical arrangements and help shape sessions so they support managing anger and stress in everyday settings.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Greek
Frequently asked questions
What types of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem and related concerns such as addictions and depression.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and skills-based, using CBT, DBT and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and change reactions.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years' experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What are her credentials and location?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Greek.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients; please confirm any practical arrangements before booking.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary with location and are managed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.