- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Practical coping skills
About Isabel
Isabel Tate is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She supports people who are coping with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship difficulties and related struggles including anger. Isabel presents herself as a steady presence for those ready to talk things through.
She prefers a direct, client-centred style that keeps conversations practical. Sessions focus on what matters now - managing strong feelings, improving communication, and rebuilding motivation. Mindfulness techniques are used to help people notice reactions and choose different responses when under pressure.
Isabel aims to make sessions straightforward and down to earth. People will find time to name specific problems, try new ways of responding, and practise small changes between meetings. She encourages short, manageable steps rather than big promises or quick fixes.
Her work often includes coping strategies for everyday strain, tools for handling resentment or anger, and guidance on repairing strained relationships. She also covers grief, trauma and caring-related stress, among other concerns. The focus is on improving day-to-day functioning and feeling more in control of reactions.
To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session. Isabel uses a subscription model for sessions, which can be cancelled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.
How Isabel uses client-centred and mindfulness approaches online
Isabel combines client-centred work with mindfulness-based techniques to help people handle strong feelings and everyday stress. Client-Centred Therapy means the conversation is led by the person's concerns, with the counsellor offering reflective listening and practical suggestions to help clarify what matters and decide on next steps. Mindfulness Therapy involves simple attention practices and breathing exercises that help people notice their reactions and reduce impulsive responses.Choosing a therapeutic approach is treated as a shared decision. Isabel will work with each person to identify which methods feel most useful, adapt as progress is made, and revisit the plan if goals change. The focus is on collaboration and finding what helps in daily life rather than sticking to one rigid method.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare or caregiving by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports using guided mindfulness exercises during the week and bringing real-life situations into the conversation, so skills can be practised between meetings.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger and related issues such as grief, trauma and caregiver stress.
What is her therapy style?
Her approach is client-centred and practical, with a focus on current problems and developing coping strategies that can be used between sessions.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with people on stress, motivation, self-esteem and mood concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; cost varies with location.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.