- Person-centred model
- Play therapy for children
- Bereavement support
About Deborah
Deborah Giannasi is a counsellor registered with the BACP (British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists) and has practised since 2007. She has 17 years of experience and offers support for stress, anxiety, bereavement, family separation, parenting struggles and social anxiety and phobia.
Her practice began working mainly with children, young people and families in schools and private settings. Over time she has extended that work to include adults and developed a wider set of clinical skills through ongoing professional development.
Deborah bases her work on Carl Rogers' person-centred model. That means sessions focus on listening closely, reflecting what is said and helping people find their own solutions. With children she blends this approach with experiential play techniques to make talking easier and more natural.
She has particular experience in bereavement counselling and in supporting people through family separation and attachment concerns. She also offers help for chronic pain, illness and disability related distress, and the practical and emotional sides of divorce and forgiveness.
Deborah follows the BACP code of practice, completes regular safeguarding training and attends monthly supervision. She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. Before booking, people should confirm the current session options available.
How Deborah’s approaches translate to online work
Deborah principally uses the person-centred approach, which centres on listening, reflecting and helping people uncover their own answers. Online this looks like open conversation, careful listening and feedback that helps the client notice what matters most. It is useful for anxiety, grief and life changes because it focuses on the person rather than on directives.She also uses experiential play techniques when working with children. In a remote context this can include guided activities, storytelling and simple exercises that help a child express feelings without heavy talking. These methods aim to make sessions feel manageable for younger clients and reduce pressure to perform verbally.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. Deborah will discuss options in the first sessions and adapt her style to the client's goals and preferences. That means trying different ways of working and checking in on what helps most.
The biography does not list which online formats are offered, so confirm the available session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed and avoid travel time. It can also allow people to take part from wherever they are located, subject to the confirmed formats.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, family separation, parenting struggles and social anxiety and phobia.
How would she work with me in sessions?
Deborah uses Carl Rogers' person-centred approach, focusing on careful listening and reflection so clients can find their own solutions.
What experience does she bring?
She has 17 years of practice, initially working with children and young people in schools and later extending to adult work.
What professional credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients; confirm details and practical arrangements before booking.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.