Patricia (Trish) Igoe, BACP

Patricia (Trish) Igoe is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom. She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, low self‑esteem and career concerns. Trish also pays attention to issues such as jealousy, attachment worries and feelings of isolation.

She uses a mix of person-centred listening and structured tools to help people make small, steady changes. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and on practical steps they can try between meetings. Trish aims to create a calm, non-judgemental space for people to talk through painful thoughts and decisions.

With ten years of practice, Trish draws on a range of approaches including attachment-based ideas, cognitive behavioural techniques and elements of dialectical behaviour work. That range lets her match strategies to the specific problem, whether it is addictive behaviour, relationship strain or anxiety.

Her style is warm and direct. She helps clients spot unhelpful patterns and then experiments with different ways of responding. Trish encourages clear communication and realistic goal-setting so progress is visible and measurable.

People who want a practical, relationship-aware way of working often choose her. Before committing, she asks about each person’s goals and priorities so sessions stay relevant. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to availability.

Online therapeutic approaches and what to expect

Attachment-based work centres on patterns in close relationships. It looks at how early bonds shape current feelings and reactions, and helps people change unhelpful patterns in how they connect with others. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions; it uses practical exercises and experiments to reduce anxiety and manage unhelpful behaviours. Emotionally-Focused Therapy pays attention to emotions themselves and helps people name and work through strong feelings so they can respond differently in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will discuss a person’s goals, difficulties and preferences and will suggest methods that fit. This is a collaborative decision and adjustments are made as progress unfolds.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so clients should confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions help them stay consistent with appointments and practise techniques between meetings. Registered or accredited professionals will explain the practical arrangements when you arrange your first session.