Angela Higgins , BACP

Angela Higgins began her work in mental health as a befriender supporting people affected by the Troubles in Northern Ireland, responding to a wide range of difficulties including stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia, and experiences of domestic and sexual abuse. That early experience inspired a move into professional counselling, and she has since developed a broad practice that addresses both immediate distress and longer term recovery.

Her foundation is in person-centered practice, informed by the core conditions of empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard. These principles remain central to her work and shape the therapeutic relationship, while she also draws heavily on cognitive behavioral approaches where they best meet a client’s needs. Angela adapts other modalities as required to provide practical, tailored support for each person.

Across 25 years in the field she has particular experience as an addictions counsellor, including ten years in that role with four of those years working in a local prison. Her caseload has included concerns such as panic attacks, depression, anxiety, agoraphobia, trauma and PTSD, bereavement, anger management, domestic violence, and support for people leaving custody.

Over the last decade she has trained in complementary healing practices including Reiki, sound healing, reflexology, and Indian head massage and continues to explore approaches that support overall wellbeing. Angela is based in the United Kingdom, works in English, holds BACP accreditation - a recognised professional counselling credential in the UK - and is accepting new and international clients. She looks forward to working collaboratively with people seeking change and resilience.

Person-Centered and CBT Online - How Angela Works Remotely

Angela Higgins uses person-centered practice and cognitive behavioral therapy as primary frameworks in online work. Person-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard to create a supportive space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and build self-understanding. This approach suits people who want a collaborative, non-judgmental relationship to reflect on life changes, relationships, and identity.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and developing practical strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. CBT is often helpful for concerns such as anxiety, depression, panic, and stress-related difficulties, offering concrete tools to manage patterns that maintain distress.

Finding the best therapeutic approach is part of the process. Angela works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods and techniques match each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, support work with clients who live some distance away, and provide multiple ways for people to engage in treatment with therapists they trust.