Colette Safhill, BACP
Person-centred psychotherapist with 20 years' experience
- BACP accredited
- EMDR trained
- Online and phone therapy
About Colette Safhill
Colette Safhill brings 20 years of clinical experience as a person-centred psychotherapist, trained at the University of Essex. BACP accredited - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - she practices from a non-judgemental stance, meeting clients where they are and helping them explore the issues they bring to therapy.
Colette has completed post-qualifying training in relationship therapy, trauma work, adoption and foster care issues, eating disorders, domestic abuse, and EMDR. She is fully insured and is qualified to offer sessions in person, by phone, or online. Her approach is grounded in person-centred principles, valuing empathic listening and collaboration while drawing on specialist methods when they suit a client’s needs.
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment issues, caregiving stress, chronic illness and disability, and communication and control difficulties. Therapy is offered in English and she works with clients in the United Kingdom and with international clients when appropriate.
Colette has completed post-qualifying training in relationship therapy, trauma work, adoption and foster care issues, eating disorders, domestic abuse, and EMDR. She is fully insured and is qualified to offer sessions in person, by phone, or online. Her approach is grounded in person-centred principles, valuing empathic listening and collaboration while drawing on specialist methods when they suit a client’s needs.
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment issues, caregiving stress, chronic illness and disability, and communication and control difficulties. Therapy is offered in English and she works with clients in the United Kingdom and with international clients when appropriate.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Colette Safhill have?
Colette Safhill has 20 years of experience.
Is Colette Safhill a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Colette Safhill provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Colette Safhill located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Colette Safhill as my therapist?
You can work with Colette Safhill through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Colette Safhill work with international clients?
Yes, Colette Safhill works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Colette Safhill 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online therapy with Colette Safhill
Colette draws primarily on client-centred therapy, EMDR, and relationship-focused methods to support clients in online work. Client-centred therapy emphasizes empathic listening and unconditional acceptance, allowing people to explore feelings and build self-understanding at their own pace - this approach can be helpful for stress, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and adjusting to life changes.EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - is a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact; it is used when traumatic or highly distressing experiences are affecting daily life.
The Gottman-influenced relationship work focuses on communication patterns, emotional connection, and practical skills couples can use to improve understanding and resolve conflict. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Colette will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences.
Online therapy with licensed professionals, including therapists such as Colette, offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, by phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, access support from different locations, and continue work between sessions when needed.