- Practical approach
- English and Greek
- BACP registered
About Despina
Despina Andreou is a counsellor who aims to help people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns and other life pressures. She welcomes conversations about grief, coping with change, addiction-related worries and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. Despina speaks English and Greek and works with people in the United Kingdom and internationally.
Despina uses straightforward, practical techniques in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and behaviours, and Mindfulness Therapy to build calm and present-moment skills. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and Trauma-Focused Therapy when past events continue to cause distress.
Sessions focus on what a person wants to change. Despina helps people identify small steps and practice new ways of responding between sessions. She aims to keep conversations clear and direct so progress feels manageable rather than overwhelming.
Despina is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She brings three years of clinical experience to her practice and frames work around each person’s goals and preferences.
If money and financial worries are part of the concern, she is comfortable addressing how they affect mood, relationships and daily decisions. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions according to the usual scheduling process.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Despina commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her practice. CBT helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try alternative responses, which can reduce anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing exercises to calm the body and reduce reactivity, useful for stress and rumination.She also draws on skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy for managing intense emotions and improving coping. These methods are practical and skills-based, so they adapt well to spoken sessions and guided practice between meetings. Choosing the right approach is collaborative - the therapist will talk through options, try techniques, and adjust based on what feels helpful and realistic for each person.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work and family commitments and removing travel time. If you are considering working remotely, confirm current session options before booking so you know the exact formats offered. Online sessions can make it easier to maintain regular check-ins, practise skills between meetings, and continue therapy during life transitions.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Despina help with?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and grief, as well as money and financial issues.
What style of therapy does she use?
Her practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy, plus Trauma-Focused approaches when needed.
How much experience does she have?
Despina has three years of clinical experience supporting people through life changes and emotional difficulties.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Greek to accommodate different language needs.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients; check time zones when arranging appointments.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.