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Stephanie Thornton, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Stephanie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Stephanie. View 14 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have been matched up with Stephanie. She has a finely-tuned balance of compassionate listening and asking probing questions to help me explore the issues for which I turned to therapy. She is very open and relatable and creates a truly safe and welcoming atmosphere in which to explore my pain, giving just the right amount of input to help me walk forward towards healing and wholeness. So grateful for her insightful help!

Reviewed February 2024

In short, my sessions with Stephanie are the safe, non-judgemental comfort of introspection, externalised. No amount of experience and education can offer the inarticulable warmth of a good person.

Reviewed February 2024

More about Stephanie

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

I am a qualified Person-centred counsellor and a member of the BACP. I work with anyone wanting to explore emotional difficulties they may be facing and those who need a safe space to talk, free from judgement or prejudice.

I specialise in working with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. My passion is to help people reclaim their lives by processing their trauma. By working together we can work through the long-lasting impact of sexual abuse that infiltrates our self-worth and relationships with those around us. I am experienced in working with survivors on a 1-1 basis as well as group work. I am also a facilitator and counsellor with my local survivors' group.

I also welcome working with partners and family members and friends of survivors and understand that supporting a survivor of sexual abuse has its own emotional challenges. It is a complex issue that is often misunderstood.

I have extensive experience working with ADHD, ASD families and adults who live with mood disorders. Life can be exceptionally challenging when fighting impulsivity, hyperactivity, hyper-focus, poor attention, intrusive thoughts, anxiety and low mood.

I understand and empathise with the pressures of raising children and teens with ADHD, ASD and mood disorders.

I also work with adults who may be facing times periods of uncertainty, depression, health anxiety or just struggling to find meaning or purpose in life.

I welcome parents that are expecting, new parents and mothers who are experiencing low mood and postpartum depression. Children bring such joy into our lives but parenting isn't easy and it can be an emotional rollercoaster. I offer a calm and understanding space to talk through any concerns or difficulties you may be experiencing.

If you feel that you need support with any of the above please do get in touch. I look forward to meeting you :)

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues ADHD Addictions Relationship issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Chronic pain, illness, and disability Commitment issues Communication problems Emptiness Family problems Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 393275 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Stephanie Thornton

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

14 reviews

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I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have been matched up with Stephanie. She has a finely-tuned balance of compassionate listening and asking probing questions to help me explore the issues for which I turned to therapy. She is very open and relatable and creates a truly safe and welcoming atmosphere in which to explore my pain, giving just the right amount of input to help me walk forward towards healing and wholeness. So grateful for her insightful help!

Reviewed February 2024

In short, my sessions with Stephanie are the safe, non-judgemental comfort of introspection, externalised. No amount of experience and education can offer the inarticulable warmth of a good person.

Reviewed February 2024

Since working with Steph she has been incredible. She has listened to exactly what I felt like I needed from therapy and has ensured that it’s been as least stressful as possible.

Reviewed February 2024

Steph is exactly the therapist that I needed. She shows warmth, empathy, compassion and is always very approachable. I feel able to share things that I maybe wouldn't with anyone else and have felt respected, valued and accepted throughout the process so far!

Reviewed November 2023

Stephanie has a lovely open manner. She listens and is wise and thoughtful. I look forward to my sessions with her.

Reviewed November 2023

Stephanie has been so helpful and amazing during our sessions. I've tried counselling before but have never stuck with it. I really connect with Steph.

Reviewed November 2023

Stephanie has been extrememly helpful. Her expertise in ADHD and ASD related therapy has been a perfect fit for my needs.

Reviewed September 2023

Steph is amazing, I would recommend her to anyone. My sessions with her have allowed me to grow and understand myself and others around me so much. My life has really changed for the better since I started therapy and I am much more confident in myself. Thanks so so much Steph ❤️

Reviewed March 2023

Steph has been great and I can’t thank her enough! She always takes the time to respond to messages and read my writing! (I write screenplays.) It feels like she goes above and beyond for us and I am so grateful! We have just had a session on the amount of progress I have made and I have made a lot more progress than I thought I did :) and that is thanks to Steph as not only does she always makes me feel like my feelings are valid, but she also helps me understand why I feel the way I do, which is something I needed because I am someone who wouldn’t tend to trust my emotions and I would inflict a lot of blame onto myself. Thank you so much Steph <3

Reviewed March 2023

Steph has been excellent and I would recommend her highly, she is a fantastic listener, all in all a fantastic therapist. Thank you for all of your help

Reviewed February 2023

Steph has been absolutely fabulous over the last couple of months whilst I've been sorting my head out preparing for an ADHD assessment. Dealing with me is probably like being hit by a 400mph rugby ball exploding in 27 apparently random directions, but Steph has been utterly great throughout and she is enthusiastic about seeing ADHD as a positive trait rather than a miserable encumbrance. She has a vast amount of experience of ADHD and that's been so helpful. I honestly can't thank her enough. :)

Reviewed November 2022

Stephanie has been amazing - practical, friendly, connected and really informative, with a great focus on looking outside the immediate and obvious solutions. Therapy sessions with her have been incredibly helpful.

Reviewed September 2022

Stephanie is great. She allows me to go off on tangential subjects, while helping us move towards accomplishing the macro goals we agreed upon and set. She has an incredibly warm air, and having tried in-person therapy a lot in the past, I actually find that this format works better for me. I'm in my own home, selecting my own slots, speaking to someone I like and have chosen, and getting the support I need in a way that suits me. Steph is brilliant, and one of the world's great listeners.

Reviewed July 2022

I would share my review after more sessions

Reviewed July 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Stephanie Thornton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Stephanie Thornton works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Stephanie Thornton speak?

Stephanie Thornton speaks English.

How many years of experience does Stephanie Thornton have?

Stephanie Thornton has 4 years of experience.

Where is Stephanie Thornton licensed to practice?

Stephanie Thornton is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Stephanie Thornton accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Stephanie Thornton accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Stephanie Thornton offer?

Stephanie Thornton offers clients Client-Centered Therapy.

How can I communicate with Stephanie Thornton?

Stephanie Thornton can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Stephanie Thornton?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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