- Attachment-based work
- Client-centred approach
- CBT and psychodynamic ideas
About Shelley
Shelley Shoaib Le Breton is a counsellor registered with the BACP and has practised for four years. She works with adults on common concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, grief and relationship strain. Shelley also focuses on blended family issues and other family-related pressures that come from merging households.
Shelley describes her work as person-centred. Sessions are conversational and aimed at helping people understand patterns and choices. She uses ideas from attachment theory and cognitive behavioural approaches alongside psychodynamic thinking to help people notice recurring feelings and behaviours.
Before training as a counsellor Shelley spent 18 years working with neurodiverse people in education. That background informs how she talks about differences in communication, routine and sensory needs. She draws on that experience when supporting adults who are adjusting to new family roles or navigating co-parenting challenges.
In a session she listens for patterns that keep repeating and helps the person try small changes between meetings. Practical tools and short experiments may be used to tackle overwhelming thoughts, improve communication, or manage everyday stress. The style stays conversational rather than technical.
Shelley works in English and accepts international clients. Her location is in the United Kingdom. To begin she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then book a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-based work focuses on how early and recent relationships affect current reactions. It helps people understand loyalty conflicts, trust and closeness in new family arrangements. Client-centred work is conversational and puts the person's priorities first, helping them speak through immediate problems and practical choices. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviours that keep stress or anxiety high and offers short experiments to test new ways of responding.Deciding which approach to use is part of the process. Shelley will discuss what seems most helpful based on the person's goals and preferences. The plan can change over time as issues evolve or new priorities emerge, and she works together with the client to find the best fit.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around work, parenting or school runs. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and for choosing a session style that suits quieter surroundings or reduced screen time. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt methods such as attachment-informed conversation and CBT exercises to work over remote sessions, helping people manage blended household challenges more practically.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
Shelley supports adults with anxiety, depression, stress, grief and relationship worries. She also lists blended family issues and many family-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
The work is conversational and client-centred, blending attachment-based ideas with CBT and psychodynamic thinking. Sessions focus on noticing patterns and trying practical changes.
How much experience does she have?
Shelley has four years of experience as a counsellor and 18 years of prior experience working with neurodiverse people in education.
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.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Confirm practical arrangements before booking.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list explicit session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.