- Client-centred approach
- Practical coping steps
- Six years experience
About Patricia
Patricia Hayward is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self esteem, depression and relationship difficulties. She also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, anger and major life changes. Patricia aims to create a calm space where people can talk through what matters to them and find clearer ways forward.
Patricia works in a straightforward, respectful way. She listens closely and follows what each person brings to sessions rather than imposing a fixed programme. Her approach is rooted in Client-Centred Therapy, so the conversation centres on the client's experience and priorities.
Over six years she has helped people manage overwhelming feelings and find practical coping steps. She encourages small, manageable changes and pays attention to how everyday habits affect wellbeing. Many clients focus on improving self-worth, handling difficult relationships, or working through loss.
Patricia describes taking the first step as often the hardest part. She aims to support people at that moment and afterwards, offering steady, non-judgemental attention as they sort things out. She treats everyone with equal respect and warmth.
When someone wants to begin, Patricia invites them to share what they hope to change. From there she and the person set simple goals and decide how best to move forward, adjusting the pace to match what feels most helpful.
How Client-Centred Therapy works online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own experience and aims to make space for honest, attentive listening. In practice this means the counsellor follows what the client brings, reflects feelings and priorities, and helps the client find their own answers. This approach can help with anxiety, low self esteem, grief and relationship concerns.Patricia uses a calm, person-focused style whether working in person or remotely. She will work together with each person to identify what feels most useful - from gentle exploration of feelings to practical coping steps. Deciding which way to work is a collaborative process and can change as needs shift.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from wherever is most convenient. It can also let people choose shorter or more frequent sessions when that suits their schedule and energy levels.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Patricia address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self esteem, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include codependency, communication problems, jealousy, narcissism and self-love.
What is her therapeutic style?
Patricia uses a Client-Centred Therapy approach that keeps the client's experience at the heart of sessions. She listens, follows what matters to the person, and helps them set practical next steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relationship difficulties.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP, which is listed as her professional credential.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted.
How are payments and cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.