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Ann-Marie Ritchie, BACP

Guided, practical support for anxiety and life change

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

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About Ann-Marie

Ann-Marie Ritchie is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety and relationship worries. She also supports people dealing with grief, parenting strains, anger, low self-esteem and life transitions. Ann-Marie works in English and brings four years of professional experience to her sessions.

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She invites clients to talk about what matters most and to use their own strengths to make changes.

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Background and approach

Sessions focus on practical steps and clear goals rather than long explanations. Ann-Marie uses a mix of approaches to suit each person. Cognitive behavioural techniques can help identify unhelpful thinking patterns.

Client-centred work makes space for the person's story and choices. Solution-focused methods aim to find small, useful changes that add up over time. Expect a calm, down-to-earth presence in sessions.

Ann-Marie helps people set manageable aims and practices between meetings. The aim is to make progress that fits day-to-day life, not to rush a recovery. Therapy is offered through a range of online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and messaging.

Getting started begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session that fits the person’s timetable.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Ann-Marie commonly draws on cognitive behavioural work and client-centred methods to guide online therapy. Cognitive behavioural approaches focus on spotting unhelpful thought patterns and practising different responses. This can be useful for anxiety, social fears and day-to-day stress. Client-centred therapy places the person’s experience at the centre of sessions and aims to create an accepting space where the person’s own choices guide progress. Solution-focused techniques are also used to identify small, practical steps that can lead to quick improvements in routine and relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be decided together. The therapist will listen to the person’s goals and try different ways of working to see what fits best. This collaborative approach helps tailor sessions to individual needs, whether the focus is on managing anxiety, coping with change or improving relationships.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different lifestyles. Video is helpful for a face-to-face feel, while phone calls can fit into a short break. Live chat or messaging suits quick check-ins, written reflections or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and to continue work consistently.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Ann-Marie work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family worries, grief, parenting pressures, anger, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include forgiveness, social anxiety and young adult issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She helps clients use their own strengths and sets practical, manageable goals for change.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with clients in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
4 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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