Abigail Cruse

Abigail Cruse is a counsellor who blends reflective and body-aware approaches to help people facing stress, anxiety, grief and relationship concerns. She is MBACP registered with four years of practice in the United Kingdom. Abigail aims to create a straightforward, non-judgemental space where people can talk about difficult feelings and start to make small changes.

She uses ideas from existential and Jungian therapy to help people find meaning and understand patterns in their life. Mindfulness and somatic methods are woven into sessions to bring attention to the body and the present moment. Trauma-focused work is offered for those dealing with past hurt and abuse.

Abigail supports people with a wide range of issues including addictions, intimacy-related difficulties, parenting strain, sleep and eating problems, and career or self-esteem concerns. She also works with people experiencing grief, bipolar and depression, and those coping with life changes such as divorce or fertility challenges.

Her approach is collaborative and practical. Sessions aim to identify what matters most to the person and try small, manageable steps to shift unhelpful patterns. Conversations can include reflecting on life choices, noticing bodily responses, practising grounding or breathing exercises, and exploring family of origin themes.

Abigail offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. She asks people to use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to her availability.

How these approaches translate to online counselling

Abigail draws on existential therapy to help people clarify values and the choices that matter to them. This approach asks practical questions about meaning and direction, which can help when a person feels stuck or overwhelmed.

Jungian therapy is used to explore recurring life patterns and inner imagery. Sessions may involve reflecting on dreams, symbols or life themes to uncover deeper influences on feelings and behaviour.

Mindfulness techniques are introduced to bring attention to the present moment and reduce reactivity. Simple breath and grounding practices are often used in sessions to manage anxiety, sleep difficulties or intense emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Abigail will discuss different methods with each person and decide together which mix fits their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process helps tailor the focus as therapy progresses.

If you are considering online therapy, check the current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow a shorter check-in when needed. It can also let people continue therapy despite geographical distance from the UK.