Expat Counselling & Online Therapy Abroad

Confidential Online Counselling in English for Expats Living Abroad

Living abroad can be exciting, but it can also be lonely and unsettling. Finding a therapist you can talk to in English, who understands what it’s like to build a life away from home, isn’t always easy.

Whether you’re a British expat, working overseas on assignment, a remote worker, a student abroad, or someone who simply feels more comfortable speaking to a therapist in English, I offer confidential online expat counselling wherever you are in the world (except the USA and Canada). Alongside counselling, I also offer EMDR therapy online, which can be highly effective for trauma and anxiety wherever you are in the world.

Common Challenges for Expats

Moving abroad brings change on many levels at once, and it’s common to feel the strain even when life looks good from the outside. Expat clients often come to me with:

Loneliness and isolation, especially in the first year or after friends move on
Missing family and friends, or guilt about being far away
Questions of identity and belonging, and not being sure where “home” is any more
Relationship strain, including when one partner has moved for the other’s work
Work pressure and burnout on an overseas assignment
Anxiety or low mood without your usual support around you
Grief and loss when you can’t easily travel home
Returning home and the reverse culture shock that can follow

You don’t need to be in crisis to start therapy. Many expat clients work with me over months, and having one steady, consistent space wherever you are in the world can make a real difference.

Why Work With Me?

UK-Accredited Counsellor: Professionally Accredited Member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (PNCPS Acc.).
An integrative approach, blending Person-Centred, CBT, and Psychodynamic techniques to suit your individual needs.
EMDR therapy online. I have completed all parts of the standard EMDR Europe Accredited Training and am a member of the EMDR Association UK.
Experience supporting English-speaking clients across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, including expats, professionals, students, and international residents.
Flexible online appointments across different time zones.
Safe, confidential sessions via secure video platforms.

How Online Sessions Work Across Time Zones

Sessions take place by secure video. Please make sure you’re somewhere private where you won’t be overheard, with a reliable internet connection.
Appointments run during the UK day and early evening, which often suits clients in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.
We agree a regular weekly or fortnightly time, so you have a consistent session each time.
Fees are in pounds sterling, paid by Wise or SEPA/IBAN transfer.

Important Information for International Clients

I am fully insured for online work with international clients, with the exception of those based in the USA and Canada due to regional legal restrictions. All therapy is delivered in strict accordance with UK law and the highest ethical standards of my professional accrediting body.

Please ensure that accessing online counselling from a UK-based practitioner is permitted under your local laws before booking.

International Fees:

Integrative Counselling (50 minutes): £65
EMDR Therapy (50 minutes): £75

International payments can be made securely via Wise (formerly TransferWise) or SEPA/IBAN transfer. You can read more about my full fees and policies here.

Learn more about my therapeutic approach on the Get to know me page.

Questions Expats Often Ask

Can I have therapy in English while living abroad?

Yes. All sessions are in English, online by video, wherever you are based (except the USA and Canada).

Do I need to be British to work with you?

No. I work with British expats and with English-speaking adults of any nationality living outside the UK.

What if I’m in a very different time zone?

We’ll look for a regular slot that works for both of us. Sessions run in UK time, during the day and early evening.

Is online therapy as effective as meeting in person?

For many people, yes. Research suggests online therapy can work as well as face-to-face therapy for many common difficulties, and many clients find it easier to open up from their own space.

What happens if I move countries or come back to the UK?

In most cases we can continue. Let me know before you move so I can check I’m able to keep working with you where you’ll be living.

For more on the practical side, read my guide: Online therapy for British expats: what to know before you start.

Ready to get started?

If you’d like to explore working together, I invite you to arrange a free initial consultation here.

Visit the 'FAQ' page for answers to common questions from potential clients.