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Ann Foster

Ann Foster, NCPS

Therapist in United Kingdom

Calm, relational counselling focused on change

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  • Client-led sessions
  • Relational approach
  • Practical treatment plans

About Ann

Ann Foster is a psychotherapeutic counsellor with nine years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She works in a relational, client-led way and keeps the person's needs and goals at the centre of each session. Ann aims to create a respectful and compassionate space where people can begin to make changes that matter to them.

Her practice focuses on common life stresses such as anxiety, depression, grief and coping with change. She also supports people dealing with relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting stresses, eating and body-image concerns, and the emotional effects of trauma and abuse. Jealousy and commitment worries are among the relationship concerns she can address.

Ann draws on several clinical approaches to shape therapy, using Client-Centred principles alongside Narrative and Trauma-Focused work and Internal Family Systems ideas. She tailors a treatment plan to each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method. Sessions are led by the client and unfold at a pace that feels right for them.

Ann is registered as NCPS, which appears as her listed credential. She works in the UK and conducts sessions in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

To begin, people use the continue button on this profile and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling. Ann explains that starting therapy takes courage and she aims to support that first step with empathy and practical guidance.

How her approaches shape online counselling

Ann uses Client-Centred Therapy and Narrative Therapy as key ways of working. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel understood and can find their own solutions. Narrative Therapy helps people separate themselves from the problem by examining the stories they tell about their life and relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Ann works collaboratively to decide what fits your needs and goals. She will adjust methods over time so sessions stay relevant to what you want to achieve.

Please confirm the current online session options before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Many people find online work useful because it can fit around daily life, reduce travel time and make it easier to keep regular appointments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or audio-only sessions when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists generally use these practical options to help therapy fit into everyday routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGrief

Also works with

LGBTIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyImago Relationship TherapyNarrative TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

See below

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

Her practice covers stress, anxiety, depression and grief, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues. She also works with trauma, parenting strain, eating and body-image concerns and career or life-change stress.

How would you describe her style in sessions?

She uses a client-led, relational style that keeps your goals central. Sessions tend to be supportive and practical, with a plan shaped around what the client wants to achieve.

What experience does she bring?

She has nine years of professional experience working in the UK with people facing a wide range of mental health and relationship concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

Her listed credential is NCPS and she practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are offered?

Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with her?

Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to her availability.

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