Barbara Coates, BACP
Integrative psychotherapist supporting life changes
- CBT and attachment-based therapy
- Compassionate client-centered support
- Works with international clients
About Barbara Coates
Barbara Coates is an integrative psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom who holds a Master’s degree and has five years of professional experience. She combines multiple therapeutic approaches to tailor care to each person's needs, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based work and a client-centered framework to inform her practice. Barbara listens with empathy and aims to create an open, compassionate space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and understood.
Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, sleep problems, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include abandonment and attachment issues, avoidant personality tendencies, body image, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, commitment and communication problems, domestic violence, hoarding, guilt and shame, and family of origin issues. She supports clients to identify strengths, clarify difficulties and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms and resolving long-standing problems.
Barbara adapts interventions to fit each person’s unique experiences and goals, offering tools for anxiety management, emotional regulation, confidence building, trauma recovery and the establishment of positive wellbeing routines. She explains cognitive behavioral techniques in accessible terms to help clients see connections between thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and behaviours and to explore alternative actions. Attachment-based ideas are used to understand early relational patterns and how they affect current relationships, while a client-centered stance emphasizes non-judgemental listening and respect for the client’s own pace and solutions.
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which provides professional standards and ethical guidance for practitioners in the UK, and her work follows BACP ethical guidelines and UK law. Barbara works with international clients but is currently not accepting new clients.
Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, sleep problems, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include abandonment and attachment issues, avoidant personality tendencies, body image, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, commitment and communication problems, domestic violence, hoarding, guilt and shame, and family of origin issues. She supports clients to identify strengths, clarify difficulties and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms and resolving long-standing problems.
Barbara adapts interventions to fit each person’s unique experiences and goals, offering tools for anxiety management, emotional regulation, confidence building, trauma recovery and the establishment of positive wellbeing routines. She explains cognitive behavioral techniques in accessible terms to help clients see connections between thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and behaviours and to explore alternative actions. Attachment-based ideas are used to understand early relational patterns and how they affect current relationships, while a client-centered stance emphasizes non-judgemental listening and respect for the client’s own pace and solutions.
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which provides professional standards and ethical guidance for practitioners in the UK, and her work follows BACP ethical guidelines and UK law. Barbara works with international clients but is currently not accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Barbara Coates have?
Barbara Coates has five years of professional experience.
Is Barbara Coates a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a professional credential in the UK. She adheres to BACP ethical guidelines and practices under UK law.
In which languages does Barbara Coates provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Barbara Coates located?
Barbara Coates is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Barbara Coates as my therapist?
You can work with Barbara Coates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Barbara Coates work with international clients?
Yes, Barbara Coates works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Barbara Coates cost?
Cost can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could remote therapy be the right fit?
Many people ask whether remote therapy can help, and for a wide range of everyday concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most common issues.One of the main benefits is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the way that suits them best: by video call, phone session, live chat or text-based messaging. This variety makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.
Licensed professionals and therapists provide these online options, and clients can change therapists if they want a different fit. For many individuals, remote sessions offer a practical, accessible way to engage in ongoing therapeutic work while still receiving structured, professional support.