- Client-led counselling
- Mindfulness practices
- Focus on relationships
About Penelope
Penelope 'Penny' Davis welcomes people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or drained by life’s demands. She offers calm, non-judgemental support to help clients untangle stress, anxiety, relationship strain and low self-esteem. Penny believes people already hold strengths and goals; therapy is about finding them again together.
Penny uses a blend of talking therapy, psychoeducation and mindfulness exercises. Sessions focus on practical steps as well as gentle exploration of thoughts and feelings. She aims to help people manage grief, trauma impacts, compassion fatigue and changes that come with midlife or shifting roles.
The work is shaped by the person in front of her. Penny listens first, then tailors tools and conversation to the individual’s needs. She avoids giving directive advice and instead helps people identify choices that fit their values and life.
Penny has 11 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and holds BACP and NCPS credentials. She brings steady curiosity and respect to each session, and helps people relearn ways of living that feel more authentic and aligned with their aims.
People who want to reduce shame, address codependency patterns, discover purpose or build self-compassion may find her approach helpful. She supports practical coping skills alongside deeper reflection so clients can move forward in day-to-day life.
How Penny's approaches translate to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy places the client’s views and goals at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens closely and follows the person’s pace, helping them make sense of feelings and choices. This approach can help with low self-worth, relationship questions and coping with change.Mindfulness Therapy involves practical exercises to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgement. Simple practices used in sessions can reduce ongoing anxiety, aid emotional regulation and support recovery from compassion fatigue.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Penny works collaboratively to decide what methods suit a person’s needs and preferences. She will suggest short practical exercises or conversational exploration depending on what feels most helpful and realistic for everyday life.
For practicalities, please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that doing mindfulness exercises or reflective conversation remotely helps them apply new skills directly into daily routines.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Penny commonly help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, depression and trauma and abuse. Additional focus areas include codependency, guilt and shame, life purpose and women’s issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Penny works in a client-centred way, combining psychodynamic reflection, mindfulness and existential questions. Sessions mix talking, practical strategies and brief psychoeducation.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Penny holds BACP and NCPS credentials and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.