Fiona Masson
About Me
I am a BACP-registered Integrative CBT Therapist and Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist, specialising in anxiety, stress, overwhelm and self-doubt.
Anxiety can feel exhausting and confusing. Throughout my years of practice, I have come to understand that anxiety often responds best to a tailored approach—one that helps you understand how your brain and nervous system respond to stress, while giving you practical tools and strategies for lasting change.
My compassionate, down-to-earth approach combines CBT and Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. Drawing on insights from neuroscience, I can help you understand the connection between your mind and body, and explore how small, practical steps can make a meaningful difference in easing anxiety.
I also draw on ideas and techniques from compassion-focused therapy, parts work and guided imagery. These gentle, supportive approaches can help us explore your inner world and understand unhelpful patterns and beliefs that may be keeping you stuck.
Together, we can make sense of what is happening and explore practical ways to help you move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
Qualifications & Experience
I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I hold a Diploma in CBT and Groupwork, a Diploma in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy, and an MSc in Psychology from the University of Glasgow. I have also completed training in Psychodynamic Counselling Skills and Jungian and Post-Jungian Clinical Concepts.
My additional professional development and clinical experience include Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), guided imagery, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and the Human Givens Rewind Technique for phobias and trauma (PTSD).
Areas of Specialism
I have specific training in supporting people with anxiety, worry, self-doubt and stress-related difficulties, including:
Stress, overwhelm and burnout
Chronic worry and intrusive thoughts
Low self-confidence and self-doubt
Physical impact of prolonged stress
Insomnia
Phobias and panic attacks
Health anxiety
Unhelpful habits and behaviours
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
Social anxiety disorder (SAD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Trauma-related anxiety and PTSD symptoms
Client Group
Adults aged 18 and over
Individual therapy
Small skills groups (3-4 people)
I am currently developing small, supportive therapeutic skills groups for adults experiencing anxiety, stress and overwhelm. Details will be shared on my website once dates and programmes have been confirmed.
Therapy Mode
Online sessions
Face-to-face sessions
Next Steps
I offer weekly or fortnightly sessions, depending on your needs and preferences. I’d be delighted to hear from you. Please get in touch to arrange a free 25-minute Zoom introductory call, where we can have an informal chat and explore a way forward.
