Ceri Parry, BACP
Registered psychotherapist and experienced nurse
- Attachment-based approaches
- CBT and DBT skills
- Nurse with mental health experience
About Ceri Parry
Ceri Parry is a Registered Psychotherapist accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. She trained to Masters level and has completed more than 1,000 hours of one-to-one therapy work, combining academic training with practical clinical experience.
Ceri works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, eating difficulties, relationship and family issues, grief and intimacy-related problems. She also supports people facing sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, anger and self-esteem struggles, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, neurodiversity such as autism and Asperger Syndrome, body image and chronic illness or pain. Her approach also addresses patterns such as codependency, commitment concerns, and the impact of caregiving and compassion fatigue.
Before qualifying as a psychotherapist, Ceri worked as a registered nurse for more than 15 years across the NHS in acute hospitals, community and primary care. Her nursing roles included senior positions in adult mental health services where she managed clinical caseloads and staff, ran clinics in GP surgeries and hospitals, and facilitated group therapy for addiction at the Priory Private Hospital.
Her academic work spans research completed during a Psychology MSc on topics such as attachment styles, personality differences, attention and childhood trauma, as well as a BSc (Hons) First-class degree that covered pain management, CBT and diabetes management. Ceri offers therapeutic work using methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centred work, trauma-focused interventions, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, goal-setting and coaching, solution-focused techniques and a biopsychosocial perspective. She also provides targeted self-improvement sessions drawing on positive psychology and motivational interviewing, and aims to create a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive pace tailored to each person.
Ceri works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, eating difficulties, relationship and family issues, grief and intimacy-related problems. She also supports people facing sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, anger and self-esteem struggles, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, neurodiversity such as autism and Asperger Syndrome, body image and chronic illness or pain. Her approach also addresses patterns such as codependency, commitment concerns, and the impact of caregiving and compassion fatigue.
Before qualifying as a psychotherapist, Ceri worked as a registered nurse for more than 15 years across the NHS in acute hospitals, community and primary care. Her nursing roles included senior positions in adult mental health services where she managed clinical caseloads and staff, ran clinics in GP surgeries and hospitals, and facilitated group therapy for addiction at the Priory Private Hospital.
Her academic work spans research completed during a Psychology MSc on topics such as attachment styles, personality differences, attention and childhood trauma, as well as a BSc (Hons) First-class degree that covered pain management, CBT and diabetes management. Ceri offers therapeutic work using methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centred work, trauma-focused interventions, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, goal-setting and coaching, solution-focused techniques and a biopsychosocial perspective. She also provides targeted self-improvement sessions drawing on positive psychology and motivational interviewing, and aims to create a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive pace tailored to each person.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ceri Parry have?
Ceri Parry has five years of experience as a psychotherapist.
Is Ceri Parry a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ceri Parry is a Registered Psychotherapist and holds the BACP credential, which denotes membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Ceri Parry provide therapy?
Ceri Parry provides therapy in English.
Where is Ceri Parry located?
Ceri Parry is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Ceri Parry as my therapist?
You can work with Ceri Parry through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ceri Parry work with international clients?
Yes, Ceri Parry works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ceri Parry 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, 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.
Approaches for online therapy and flexible support
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape emotional patterns and attachment styles. In practice it helps people explore trust, connection and relationship difficulties, and supports building more secure ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the heart of the work, offering empathic listening and respect to help individuals find their own solutions and increase self-acceptance and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that links thoughts, feelings and behaviors; it is useful for addressing anxiety, depression, unhelpful habits and specific symptom patterns by teaching practical strategies and skills.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Ceri works collaboratively with people to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative exploration helps shape session focus and the techniques used, adapting as progress is made.
Online therapy with a licensed professional offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit work, family and daily life. These options make it easier to access consistent support across time zones and during life transitions, and they allow therapists and clients to focus on progress and skill-building in ways that fit each person’s routine.