Counsellor profile
Heather McDermid, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- Person-centred approach
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
About Heather
Heather McDermid is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has four years' experience and works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, life changes, addictions, family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, self-esteem and career coaching. Sessions are offered in English from the United Kingdom.
Heather uses a person-centred approach in her work. That means she focuses on building a respectful working relationship and listening closely to what matters to the individual. In practical terms she helps people talk through what feels difficult and make sense of their options.
Her style is straightforward and present-focused. Meetings tend to centre on the client’s concerns, with gentle reflection and open questions to clarify feelings and choices. She offers a calm space to talk about painful events, loss and change.
People come to her with many kinds of problems, from persistent low mood to sudden life transitions. She also supports those coping with addiction-related issues and long-term anxiety. Sessions may include exploring patterns, identifying coping strategies, and setting small steps that fit into daily life.
Heather asks new enquirers to complete a short matching questionnaire and then book a first session. The work is collaborative and paced to what each person is comfortable with. Her practice follows BACP membership standards and is based in the United Kingdom.
How Heather uses person-centred work online
Heather uses a person-centred model that focuses on listening and building a respectful working relationship. In practice this means sessions concentrate on what matters to the client, with reflective listening and open questions to help clarify feelings and choices. This approach suits people dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship strain and life transitions.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Heather will discuss what feels most helpful and adapt the way she works to a client’s needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and reviewed as the work progresses.
The practical benefits of remote counselling can include fitting sessions into a busy week and avoiding travel time. If you are considering online work, confirm the session formats offered before booking so you know whether video or another option is used. Many clients find shorter check-ins or sessions outside standard office hours easier to fit into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression and life changes, plus grief, trauma, addictions, parenting and career concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a person-centred approach, which focuses on listening and building a respectful working relationship to help you talk things through.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years' experience offering counselling and psychotherapy.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is listed with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from outside the UK?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are based in the United Kingdom.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to start counselling?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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