Petronela Antemia , BACP

Petronela Antemia is a UK-qualified therapist with 7 years of professional experience who offers compassionate, tailored support for a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, bereavement, depression and other life challenges. Petronela adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific circumstances, combining sensitivity with practical strategies to help clients move toward greater wellbeing.

She also provides couples work, helping partners address communication patterns, attachment dynamics, conflict and the ways past experiences can influence current relationships. Petronela frames therapy as a collaborative process - she supports and empowers people to take the steps needed for change while respecting their pace and priorities. Seeking a more fulfilling and happier life is a courageous decision, and Petronela’s practice is focused on offering steady, respectful guidance through that process. For further information, visit her website at www.empoweringchangetherapy.co.uk.

Approaches, Collaboration, and Online Care with Petronela Antemia

Petronela commonly draws on client-centered therapy, which emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship and helps people explore their feelings at their own pace - this approach can be helpful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and navigating life changes. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical, structured method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - CBT is often effective for anxiety, depression, stress and sleep or eating-related concerns. When appropriate, elements of existential therapy are introduced to explore meaning, values and life purpose, supporting clients who are grappling with big questions or transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Petronela works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors methods and adapts sessions over time so therapy responds to progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by enabling sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options let clients arrange support around work, family and geographical limits and maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change. Licensed professionals and therapists can provide meaningful, goal-oriented work through these formats while adjusting style and pace to suit each client.