- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Work wellbeing
About Irma
Irma Goodwin is a BACP counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety and low mood. She works with people coping with grief, anger and problems with self-esteem. Irma meets clients where they are and focuses on practical steps they can use between sessions.
She believes people are the experts in their own lives and that they already have strengths to draw on. Sessions are about spotting those strengths and using them to make small changes. Irma aims to create a calm space for talking through what feels hard and for planning achievable next steps.
Over four years of practice in the United Kingdom have given her experience with a wide range of concerns. These include relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping problems, career and money worries, and compassion fatigue. She also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, isolation and questions about life purpose.
Irma gives straightforward, goal-focused support. She listens, helps people set realistic objectives and suggests ways to practise new skills. Sessions are intended to be practical and relevant to everyday life, from coping with panic attacks to improving communication.
For people looking to start, Irma asks clients to think about which areas they want to change. That helps shape the first few sessions. People who prefer to work in English and who are based in the UK or internationally can consider whether her style fits their needs.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy
Irma uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop alternative ways of responding to stress and anxiety. This kind of work aims to reduce panic, improve mood and ease worry by practising new responses in everyday situations.Another approach concentrates on grief and loss, offering a structured way to talk about what has been lost and to build routines that support day-to-day coping. This can include small, concrete steps to manage strong emotions and restore a sense of routine and purpose.
Choosing the right method is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what has or has not helped before. Together they decide which approaches to try and make adjustments as progress unfolds.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can save travel time and allow more flexible scheduling around work or caregiving. Because formats were not specified in the biography, please confirm current session options before booking to see which ways of meeting suit your routine and needs.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can this counsellor help with?
Irma supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger and self-esteem difficulties. She also works with issues such as trauma, eating and sleeping problems, career worries and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is practical and person-centred, focusing on strengths and small, achievable steps. Sessions involve listening, setting realistic goals and suggesting everyday strategies to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with clients in the United Kingdom on a range of emotional and practical concerns.
What qualification does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted; clients should check time zones and scheduling when arranging sessions.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.