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Olenka Hennessey, BACP

Olenka Hennessey is a counsellor who aims to help people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to turn.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
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About Olenka

Olenka Hennessey is a counsellor who aims to help people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to turn. She offers a calm, listening space where people can talk about anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, grief, trauma and other life challenges. Her manner is warm and practical, with an emphasis on building a trusting connection from the start.

Olenka uses an integrative style that draws on client-centred work, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on increasing self-awareness, challenging limiting beliefs and spotting small changes that lead to clearer choices. She helps people work through transitions such as career shifts, parenting changes, bereavement, health or diagnosis-related stress and other life adjustments. Her approach is collaborative.

She listens first, then works with each person to set goals and try methods that suit the individual. Practical tools and short, manageable exercises are offered when helpful to support coping and day-to-day functioning. Olenka has six years of experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

She practices in the United Kingdom and accepts clients from other countries who are able to work in English. She recognises that starting therapy can feel difficult and aims to make the process straightforward. People who want to explore their thoughts, recover from difficult events, or build more confidence will find a steady, supportive presence in her sessions.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	389393	October 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Olenka often draws on client-centred work to start sessions. That means she focuses first on listening and building a trusting relationship so people feel heard before moving on to goals. Mindfulness techniques are used to help people notice thoughts and bodily responses, which can reduce reactivity and aid sleep and anxiety management.

She also uses motivational interviewing to support change. This approach helps people find their own reasons to try new behaviours and keeps the process collaborative rather than directive. Together the therapist and person review what matters most and decide what small, realistic steps to try next.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Olenka will talk with each person about their needs and preferences and adjust methods as therapy progresses. The aim is to pick tools that feel doable and relevant to the client’s goals.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video works well for a more conversational session, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits quick check-ins and messaging supports ongoing reflection between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and travel while keeping the focus on steady practical progress.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Olenka help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem difficulties, trauma and grief, plus issues like sleep, eating, parenting, career and compassion fatigue.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is collaborative and client-centred, combining mindfulness, motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas to build insight and practical change.

How much experience does she have?

Olenka has six years of counselling experience working with a range of life challenges and transitional issues.

What credentials and region apply?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered to international clients who can work in English.

Which session formats are available?

Olenka offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions paid for?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.