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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Practical coping
About Mia
Mia Pickard is a BACP-registered counsellor with three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She focuses on practical, compassionate support for people facing stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and anger. Mia aims to make first steps feel less daunting by offering a calm, non-judgemental space to talk about what matters most.
In sessions she encourages open conversation about thoughts and feelings. Conversations aim to help people make small, manageable changes that fit their life. She pays attention to how stress and grief affect day-to-day routines, sleep and relationships, and looks for realistic ways to improve them.
Mia has worked with a broad range of concerns including depression, bipolar difficulties, addiction and ADHD. She also supports people dealing with issues around adoption and foster care, attachment, caring responsibilities, chronic illness and body image. Practical coping strategies and steady listening are central to her approach.
Her background in the UK counselling context informs a clear, down-to-earth style. Sessions are intended to be collaborative, with goals set together and progress reviewed as therapy continues. Mia encourages people to move at a pace they are comfortable with while building skills for everyday challenges.
People who choose to work with Mia should expect straightforward language and a focus on usable tools. She invites those feeling overwhelmed by life changes or ongoing stress to consider a conversation to see what support could look like.
In sessions she encourages open conversation about thoughts and feelings. Conversations aim to help people make small, manageable changes that fit their life. She pays attention to how stress and grief affect day-to-day routines, sleep and relationships, and looks for realistic ways to improve them.
Mia has worked with a broad range of concerns including depression, bipolar difficulties, addiction and ADHD. She also supports people dealing with issues around adoption and foster care, attachment, caring responsibilities, chronic illness and body image. Practical coping strategies and steady listening are central to her approach.
Her background in the UK counselling context informs a clear, down-to-earth style. Sessions are intended to be collaborative, with goals set together and progress reviewed as therapy continues. Mia encourages people to move at a pace they are comfortable with while building skills for everyday challenges.
People who choose to work with Mia should expect straightforward language and a focus on usable tools. She invites those feeling overwhelmed by life changes or ongoing stress to consider a conversation to see what support could look like.
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How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy
Mia draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to keep conversations focused and helpful. One common approach is structured talking therapy that looks at how thoughts and behaviours affect mood; this helps with anxiety, low mood and everyday stress by teaching practical ways to respond to difficult thoughts. Another useful strand is trauma-informed support that emphasises safety, pacing and grounding skills to manage distressing memories and reactions.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist and client review what feels helpful and adapt methods over time. Sessions aim to be collaborative so goals, pace and techniques match a person’s needs and preferences rather than following a fixed plan.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session formats before booking. Practical benefits can include fitting sessions around work or caring duties, avoiding travel time and choosing a quieter environment on the day of a session. Some formats may be better for shorter check-ins while others allow full-length conversations; Mia will discuss what makes sense for your circumstances and daily routine.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
See below
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Mia help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and related concerns such as addiction, sleep and eating difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Mia uses a plain, collaborative approach that focuses on open conversation and practical coping strategies tailored to daily life.
How much experience does she have?
Mia has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom counselling context.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is BACP registered and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients outside the UK?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Mia?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.