- Compassionate listening
- Practical coping steps
- Understanding patterns
About Tineke
Tineke Zwinkels offers calm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or life stress. She is a BACP-registered counsellor with four years of experience. Many come to her because they want a kinder way to cope with panic, phobias, grief or ongoing worry. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening and finding steps that feel manageable day to day.
She creates a warm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about feelings and experiences. Conversations look at how events influence thoughts, emotions and behaviour. Tineke helps people make sense of their reactions and spot patterns that keep problems going.
The work is collaborative and practical. Clients set goals and experiment with new ways of coping between sessions. This may include noticing triggers, learning simple strategies to reduce intense fear, and building routines that support calmer days.
Tineke also addresses issues linked to attachment, codependency, guilt, shame and isolation. She supports people dealing with workplace stress, relationship strain, addiction concerns and life transitions. The focus is on small changes that add up over time.
She encourages self-understanding and a stronger sense of self-worth. The aim is for clients to leave feeling more able to manage panic attacks, reduce anxiety and cope with future challenges. Taking the first step can feel hard, and she offers steady support through the process.
How practical therapy approaches work online
Many of the techniques Tineke uses are evidence-based and focus on clear, teachable skills. One common approach helps people understand the links between thoughts, feelings and actions; it teaches ways to notice unhelpful thinking and try alternative responses to reduce anxiety and panic. Another approach emphasises exposure in small steps for phobias and panic, helping people safely face feared situations and learn that fear will ease over time.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tineke will discuss different options with each person and choose methods together based on needs and goals. This collaborative process means the plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into everyday life by removing travel time and allowing meetings from wherever you spend your day. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or sessions that do not need video if bandwidth is limited. The biography does not specify which session formats she offers, so confirm the available options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often find that remote sessions still allow focused, effective work when the approach and goals are agreed in advance.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety and panic issues, plus grief, trauma, low self-esteem and workplace concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth, focusing on making sense of feelings and trying practical steps between sessions.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience supporting people with anxiety, trauma and related concerns.
What credential does she hold 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?
Yes, she accepts international clients and can work with people who live in other countries.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current options with the service before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.