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Aneka Goulbourne, BACP

Calm practical support for anxiety and stress

3 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Aneka

Aneka Goulbourne is a counsellor who helps people dealing with stress and anxiety. She also supports those struggling with low motivation, self-esteem, career uncertainty and depression. Her manner is calm and straightforward, aimed at easing the worry that brings people to therapy.

She offers a listening space where clients can talk openly. Aneka focuses on understanding what feels most difficult right now and on practical steps to make things feel more manageable.

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Background and approach

She frames asking for help as a constructive first move rather than a sign of failure. With three years of professional experience and BACP registration, Aneka blends compassion with practical thinking. Sessions look at how daily habits, work pressures and relationships can feed anxiety and low mood.

She helps clients identify small changes that build a steadier routine and better coping skills. She pays attention to issues that show up across life areas - abandonment worries, caregiver strain, communication struggles, control issues, self-love, social anxiety and workplace problems. Aneka works with each person to tailor conversations and goals to their unique situation.

People can expect direct, easy-to-follow guidance during sessions. Aneka aims to leave clients with clearer options and simple tools they can try between meetings.

Practical approaches for online therapy and support

Aneka uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional regulation. One approach looks at everyday thoughts and behaviours to reduce anxiety and lift mood by testing unhelpful thinking and trying new small behaviours. Another approach concentrates on building coping routines and problem-solving strategies to manage stress, workplace issues and caregiver strain.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Aneka works with each person to decide which methods feel most useful, based on their goals, needs and what they prefer to try. She reviews progress together and adjusts the plan as needed so therapy stays relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let you use visual cues and longer conversational sessions. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing or need more frequent, brief touchpoints between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit support around work, family and travel commitments.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Aneka commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low motivation, self-esteem issues, career difficulties, depression and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is calm and practical, offering an open listening space and straightforward, usable steps to manage problems.
How much experience does she have?
Aneka has three years of professional experience supporting people with a range of emotional and practical concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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