- Warm and interactive
- BACP credential
- Practical and reflective
About Fionnuala
Fionnuala Curley is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety and low self-esteem. She works with depression, relationship and family concerns, and supports people adjusting to life changes and grief. Her manner is warm and respectful and she aims to treat people without labelling them.
Fionnuala blends different ways of working to suit each person. She uses client-centred ideas that keep the conversation focused on the person's priorities. She also draws on cognitive behavioural methods to spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and patterns.
Psychodynamic ideas are part of her practice too, used to help people notice how past experiences shape present feelings and choices. Sessions are collaborative, with a tailored plan shaped around the individual's needs and goals. The aim is practical change alongside clearer self-understanding.
She holds BACP, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has three years of professional experience. Fionnuala describes her style as interactive and compassionate, and she avoids stigmatising labels when meeting people.
Taking a first step can feel daunting, and she offers steady support through that process. If someone is ready to explore change, Fionnuala focuses on empowering them to make decisions that suit their life and values.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's priorities and feelings. It means the counsellor listens closely, reflects back what she hears, and helps the person lead the pace and topics of work. This approach is useful for exploring values, self-esteem and relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviours keep problems going. It uses practical exercises and simple experiments to test new ways of thinking and acting. This approach often helps with anxiety, stress and managing low mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Fionnuala will discuss goals and preferences and help decide whether client-centred conversation, CBT techniques, psychodynamic reflection, or a mix feels best. That choice is reviewed as therapy progresses and adjusted to what helps most.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing sessions during a lunch break, or providing a quieter environment for focused reflection. Registered or accredited professionals, including counsellors like Fionnuala, use these options to make therapy more practical for busy lives.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor address?
Fionnuala works with stress, anxiety and low self-esteem. She also supports people with depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting strain and career or life-purpose questions.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive. She focuses on respect, sensitivity and avoiding stigmatizing labels while tailoring sessions to each person's needs.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has three years of professional work experience helping people with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this counsellor?
International clients are accepted, so people outside the UK can enquire about working together.
How are sessions charged and what about cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the easiest way to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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