Shirley's a wonderful therapist and great listener. I've enjoyed our sessions and have seen an improvement in my mental health over the course of our sessions.
Shirley Patterson, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Shirley is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Shirley. View 3 reviews
- Great news, Shirley is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Shirley is incredible at listening and reasoning with you. She’s been a great help so far in helping me steer my goals and make progress with my personal challenges recently.
More about Shirley
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Hello my name is Shirley Patterson and I am a qualified counsellor, registered with BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) in England with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, and depression. I practice Person-centred counselling, and work one to one with clients. Person-centred counselling give you the choice to explore any problems and feelings you have. The sessions will be led by you and not directed by myself. I will help you to find your solution to how you can best manage or cope with the problems you are experiencing.
My approach is to create an open and safe environment for my clients where your thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment, and I will show you respect and warmth by giving you time to talk while I listen, and will check to see if I have heard your feelings. In life we can find it difficult to tell others our problems, and this might be down to whether you can trust them or will they understand you. I believe that life events/crisis can affect us all, but it is the way how you cope and manage these problems when they arise which can place more stress on us especially when you have been hit with one life event/crisis followed by another.
If you feel it is the time now to do something about your problems, then I am here with a listening ear. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Grief
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 384311 · Expires June 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Shirley Patterson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Shirley's a wonderful therapist and great listener. I've enjoyed our sessions and have seen an improvement in my mental health over the course of our sessions.
Shirley is incredible at listening and reasoning with you. She’s been a great help so far in helping me steer my goals and make progress with my personal challenges recently.
Amazing, helpful and insightful. As soon as BetterHelp set me up with Shirley and we had our first contact my quality of life start to improve dramatically
Frequently asked questions
Does Shirley Patterson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Shirley Patterson 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 Shirley Patterson speak?
Shirley Patterson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Shirley Patterson have?
Shirley Patterson has 3 years of experience.
Where is Shirley Patterson licensed to practice?
Shirley Patterson is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Shirley Patterson accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Shirley Patterson does not accept 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."
How can I communicate with Shirley Patterson?
Shirley Patterson 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 Shirley Patterson?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.