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About Anna
Anna Critsinelis is a counsellor with ten years' experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and life changes. She works with individuals coping with ADHD, bipolar challenges and problems like motivation or impulsivity. Sessions are carried out in English and Portuguese and she practises from the United Kingdom.
Anna aims to make the first step into therapy easier. She provides a calm, non-judgemental space and focuses on what matters to each person. Conversations are collaborative and practical, with attention to everyday pressures at work and at home.
In sessions she helps people spot unhelpful patterns and try new ways of responding. That might involve looking at thoughts and behaviours, identifying values to guide change, or setting small goals that build confidence. The tone is direct but warm, with an emphasis on workable steps rather than jargon.
Her background includes postgraduate study in psychodynamic approaches and training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person-Centred therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and also holds membership with the British Psychological Society, BPS.
People often bring issues such as abandonment or attachment concerns, relationship and communication problems, gender dysphoria, and sexual subcultures like BDSM and kink. Anna also supports those dealing with family stress, separation, fatherhood questions and feelings of emptiness or shame. She tailors each plan to the person in front of her.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps towards those values while accepting difficult thoughts. It is often useful for anxiety, low motivation and coping with life change. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers simple techniques to change unhelpful patterns and reduce distress.Choosing the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and together you will decide what to try first. This is a collaborative process and plans can be adjusted if something does not feel helpful.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work and everyday life. It may reduce travel time, allow quicker check-ins during busy weeks and suit people who need flexible scheduling. The exact session formats available should be confirmed before booking so you know what to expect. Many people find remote sessions a practical way to keep therapy consistent while managing daily commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Anna commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, bipolar difficulties and coping with life changes. Additional areas include ADHD, attachment and communication problems, and issues around gender and sexual culture.
What is her approach in sessions?
Sessions blend practical, problem-solving work with a person-centred stance. She uses techniques that focus on thoughts and behaviour alongside goal-setting and values-based work.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life concerns.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese to accommodate bilingual clients.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any practical arrangements before booking to make sure sessions will work across time zones.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.