Amanda Kwesiga, BACP

Amanda Kwesiga offers a compassionate, person-centered approach to counselling that values warmth, empathy and non-judgemental listening. She is a qualified counsellor registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and works in a relational way, placing importance on the therapeutic connection as a key element of change and healing.

Amanda aims to create a space where a person's voice is heard and their experience is respected. Whether someone is looking to be listened to, to explore past experiences, or to make practical changes, she tailors the pace and focus of sessions to what feels right for the individual, and holds regular reviews to ensure those needs are being met.

Her person-centred training underpins her work and reflects the belief that each person is the expert on their own life. While Amanda draws mainly on that foundation, she also uses elements from other approaches when appropriate to better meet a client’s goals. She has experience supporting people affected by trauma, including survivors of domestic abuse, stalking and coercive control, and has worked with clients facing mental health diagnoses, alcohol and drug dependency, work-related concerns and questions of faith.

Amanda has a particular interest in disenfranchised grief, supporting those whose losses are often unacknowledged by others. She offers steady support for clients navigating stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, addiction, grief and broader life changes, and is committed to walking alongside people as they take steps toward change.

Relational and Client-Centered Support Online

Amanda practices client-centered therapy, an approach that focuses on meeting people where they are by offering empathy, acceptance and genuine understanding. This method helps clients explore their feelings, clarify personal goals and build self-awareness at a pace that feels manageable.

She also works in a relational way, attending to the quality of the therapeutic connection so that clients feel seen and heard as changes are explored. This approach can be especially helpful for those dealing with trauma, grief, relationship difficulties and ongoing stress, where trust and a steady therapeutic relationship support recovery.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself, and Amanda collaborates with each client to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts methods as therapy progresses and invites regular review to ensure the work remains helpful.

Online therapy with Amanda is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for clients to access consistent support from licensed professionals while balancing everyday responsibilities and practical constraints.