Penelope 'Penny' Grigg

Penelope 'Penny' Grigg is a counsellor who blends practical talking therapy with clear, down-to-earth guidance. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and has nine years' experience helping people untangle stress, anxiety and anger. Penny aims to build an honest working relationship where clients feel heard and respected from the first session.

She uses a flexible, person-focused approach. That means sessions are shaped around each person's needs and goals. Penny draws on Client-Centred ideas to prioritise listening, and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques when looking at patterns of thought and behaviour.

Penny has spent much of her work supporting people affected by addiction, trauma, abuse and coercive control. She also works with those coping with loss, attachment difficulties, chronic illness and issues around identity and intimacy. Her practice includes attention to autism and related needs.

In sessions she talks through past experiences alongside current struggles, and helps clients spot patterns that lead to repeated distress. She uses practical exercises and reflection to help people try new ways of coping. Penny aims to create space for clearer thinking and calmer reactions.

Her style is straightforward and relational. She encourages open conversation about boundaries and what each person needs from counselling. People who value a collaborative, respectful approach often find this way of working useful.

Therapeutic approaches in online counselling

Penelope commonly uses Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and collaboration so a person can explore feelings at their own pace; it is often helpful for building trust and working through relationship or self-esteem issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, anger and mood difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Penny works together with each person to decide what fits best, combining listening, reflective conversation and hands-on techniques as needed. She checks in about what is helpful and adjusts the way she works to match personal goals and preferences.

For practical matters, check the booking details to confirm which session formats are offered before making an appointment. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow a quicker check-in on a difficult day. Some formats suit shorter check-ins or work better when a camera is not wanted, so confirming options helps match sessions to everyday life.