Tamsyn Spear, BACP
Integrative counsellor for families and individuals
- Stress and anxiety support
- Family and relationship work
- Children and adolescent support
About Tamsyn Spear
Tamsyn Spear has more than a decade of experience working as a counsellor, a therapy supervisor and a child and adolescent mental health worker within the United Kingdom, including roles in the voluntary sector and the NHS. Prior to those roles, she spent a further seven years providing therapeutic support to adults, families, children and young people through local council services, giving her a broad background in community-based practice.
Her central aim in counselling is to offer a respectful, inclusive space where people can begin to feel comfortable sharing what they want help with and can build confidence that change is possible. She works collaboratively with clients, supporting them to identify goals and to move towards the changes they value. Tamsyn is experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan - children, young people and adults - and she has supported parents and carers with the practical and emotional challenges that can arise from parenting and caring responsibilities.
Her clinical work addresses a wide range of difficulties, including stress and anxiety, low mood, relationship and family conflicts, processing and recovery from difficult life experiences, motivation and self-esteem, and confidence building. She aims to create an open, non-judgemental environment in which thoughts and feelings can be explored safely and honestly.
Tamsyn recognises that beginning therapy can take courage and that making the first steps is often hard. She supports clients to explore how they want to change, what those changes might look like, and how to take practical steps toward them. She draws on evidence-informed methods to help clients move forward and live in ways that feel more aligned with their goals.
Her orientation is integrative, grounded in Person-Centred counselling - which places the client and the therapeutic relationship at the heart of the work - alongside Transactional Analysis and Gestalt approaches. She also incorporates mindfulness techniques, systemic family practice, attachment theory, creative therapies and brief Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, tailoring interventions in collaboration with each client to suit their needs. She holds accreditation with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Her central aim in counselling is to offer a respectful, inclusive space where people can begin to feel comfortable sharing what they want help with and can build confidence that change is possible. She works collaboratively with clients, supporting them to identify goals and to move towards the changes they value. Tamsyn is experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan - children, young people and adults - and she has supported parents and carers with the practical and emotional challenges that can arise from parenting and caring responsibilities.
Her clinical work addresses a wide range of difficulties, including stress and anxiety, low mood, relationship and family conflicts, processing and recovery from difficult life experiences, motivation and self-esteem, and confidence building. She aims to create an open, non-judgemental environment in which thoughts and feelings can be explored safely and honestly.
Tamsyn recognises that beginning therapy can take courage and that making the first steps is often hard. She supports clients to explore how they want to change, what those changes might look like, and how to take practical steps toward them. She draws on evidence-informed methods to help clients move forward and live in ways that feel more aligned with their goals.
Her orientation is integrative, grounded in Person-Centred counselling - which places the client and the therapeutic relationship at the heart of the work - alongside Transactional Analysis and Gestalt approaches. She also incorporates mindfulness techniques, systemic family practice, attachment theory, creative therapies and brief Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, tailoring interventions in collaboration with each client to suit their needs. She holds accreditation with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tamsyn Spear have?
Tamsyn Spear has 11 years of experience.
Is Tamsyn Spear a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation.
In which languages does Tamsyn Spear provide therapy?
Tamsyn provides therapy in English.
Where is Tamsyn Spear located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Tamsyn Spear as my therapist?
You can work with Tamsyn Spear through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tamsyn Spear work with international clients?
Tamsyn Spear does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tamsyn Spear cost?
The cost of therapy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 Fit Your Needs?
Many people ask whether online therapy can genuinely help. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many clients.One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone conversations, live chat or text-based messaging. This variety makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to choose the way of working that feels most comfortable.
Therapists offering remote work are licensed professionals, and clients can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be better. For people seeking accessible, adaptable support, online therapy offers an option that brings therapeutic help into everyday life without sacrificing a collaborative, professional approach.