Anna Clifton, BACP

Anna Clifton is a UK-licensed therapist and a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) with five years of experience supporting people through low mood, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, bereavement, stress and anxiety.

She works from a stance of respect, sensitivity and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client's individual needs. Anna believes the decision to seek a more fulfilling and happier life is an act of courage, and she offers steady support as clients take those first steps and continue their journey.

Her practice prioritises collaborative work - listening closely, adapting pace and approach, and helping clients find practical ways to cope with change and restore balance. Anna aims to provide tailored therapeutic support that meets people where they are and helps them move toward the outcomes they want.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Anna Clifton uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical, research-informed methods to address common difficulties. One strand of this work involves techniques that help identify and shift unhelpful patterns in thinking and behaviour, offering practical tools to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Another element focuses on working with difficult experiences and emotions - creating a space to process traumatic or painful events and develop coping strategies that reduce their ongoing impact.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Anna collaborates with each client to find the best fit for their needs, goals and preferences. Together they explore which techniques feel most helpful and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments. These options increase accessibility for people in different locations and help maintain continuity of care when schedules change.