- Gentle non-judgemental care
- Couples and individual focus
- Practical communication help
About Amanda
Amanda Barnes offers a calm, respectful space for people dealing with relationship and family strains. She speaks directly to those who feel overwhelmed, anxious or uncertain and provides time to talk through what matters most. Her manner is gentle and non-judgemental, and she helps individuals and couples find clearer ways to communicate and cope.
Amanda keeps the pace set by the person in the room. She listens first and follows the lead of the person sharing. Sessions focus on exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviours to identify small, practical changes that can make daily life feel more manageable.
She also works with couples to repair trust, improve communication and strengthen emotional intimacy. In those sessions Amanda helps both partners name what is happening and learn skills that support better understanding and clearer conversations.
Amanda has five years of experience and holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That membership is noted as part of her professional background.
People come to Amanda for a range of concerns including grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, anger and career stress. She aims to make therapy straightforward and focused on the changes each person wants to make.
Therapeutic approaches and online support that fit your life
Amanda draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on helping people make practical changes. One approach emphasises exploring thoughts and feelings to uncover patterns that keep problems going, and then practising alternative responses in day-to-day situations. This can help with anxiety, low mood and repeated relationship difficulties.Another approach centres on improving communication and emotional connection in relationships. It helps partners identify unhelpful interaction patterns, learn clearer ways to express needs, and rebuild trust and intimacy over time.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Amanda will discuss different methods with each person or couple and decide together what feels most useful. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to personal goals and preferences rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.
If you are considering online therapy, please confirm the currently offered session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, cut travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need a quieter arrangement that fits around family and work commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Amanda help with?
Amanda supports people facing relationship and family difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is gentle and non-judgemental. She listens first, follows the client's pace and helps people explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours to find practical steps forward.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of experience working with a range of presenting issues, including relationship and family matters as well as trauma and bereavement.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
Amanda is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I book sessions from outside the UK?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Amanda?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.