Heidi is an amazing therapist. She listens and advises when I need it, encourages progress and preaches kindness to myself and others. A great positive influence in my life, I'm so pleased to have her as my counsellor.
Heidi Shepherd , BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Heidi is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Heidi. View 1 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
More about Heidi
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Hello, I'm Heidi – an approachable, down-to-earth, integrative therapist, based online, working with clients from all over the UK and beyond. I've been working as a therapist since March 2017.
As a therapist I am passionate about supporting you to better understand all aspects of your life, encouraging you to gain self-awareness, nurture self-acceptance and self-compassion, and help you to heal and grow. My counselling approach is integrative, incorporating person-centred, psychodynamic concepts and attachment theory, though I also work creatively and intuitively within the moment.
We will take a therapy journey that is unique to you and explore the paths that may have brought you to your current point in life. Within sessions we can unravel old behaviours and thought patterns that are causing you distress, and work to reunite you with parts of yourself that may have felt lost or hidden.
I have a varied client base, providing therapeutic counselling to people identifying within the generation X, Millennial and Gen Z communities. I value difference and am LGBTQ+ affirming. Over the 5 years that I've been working with clients, I have gained substantial experience working with issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, loss and bereavement, work-related issues, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, feelings of loneliness and isolation, suicidal feelings, self-harming, childhood abuse, sexual assault and trauma. Please note that I work with individuals and am unable to provide couples counselling.
With a background in the creative arts I have been fortunate to meet and work with people from a variety of cultural, religious and social backgrounds. I feel this has given me understanding and sensitivity to people’s diverse life experiences and how these may impact upon their lives. I have gained experience counselling professionals from the performing arts, television, touring and live events industries, and I'm also a trauma-informed therapist with experience working with adult survivors of childhood trauma and survivors of sexual violence.
I'm a Registered Member of the BACP and I work within their Ethical Framework. I am also registered as a counsellor with the British Association of Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM).
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Codependency
Emptiness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Midlife crisis
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Self-Harm
Self-love
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 377024 · Expires November 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Heidi Shepherd
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Heidi is an amazing therapist. She listens and advises when I need it, encourages progress and preaches kindness to myself and others. A great positive influence in my life, I'm so pleased to have her as my counsellor.
Frequently asked questions
Does Heidi Shepherd offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Heidi Shepherd works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Heidi Shepherd speak?
Heidi Shepherd speaks English.
How many years of experience does Heidi Shepherd have?
Heidi Shepherd has 5 years of experience.
Where is Heidi Shepherd licensed to practice?
Heidi Shepherd is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Heidi Shepherd accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Heidi Shepherd accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Heidi Shepherd offer?
Heidi Shepherd offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Heidi Shepherd ?
Heidi Shepherd can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Heidi Shepherd ?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.