Debra Basham
About me
I've spent over twenty years building a successful and rewarding career in business. I was listed in Insider Business Magazine's Inaugural Women of Influence in 2015. I've won awards for the work I've done supporting, coaching and developing employees from all walks of life, including a European Call Centre Award. I've travelled the world, seizing opportunities to work in places such as America, India and Australia. I was recognised as an excellent mentor and coach, yet I always felt I had more to give. After several life changing events, I decided in a leap of faith to change my career and stepped off the corporate ladder to study at university for three years and become a qualified coach and counsellor, specialising in career and life coaching and person centred counselling. During my studies, I was also a mental health champion in a corporate setting, offering support and a listening ear to senior managers and directors as well as becoming a Cruise grief volunteer. I am a member of the Association of coaching, the European Mentoring and Coaching Council and a member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy).
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Divorce and separation, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
Credentials information
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #389952
Reviews
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Debra has been brilliant at gently pointing out things I need to see clearly, without judgement. She is a patient listener and offers wise council once she hears my concerns. She is honest and professional, kind and considerate, I would happily recommend her to anyone wanting advice on handling life's ups and downs.
Written on Sep 22, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Originally came to Debra for help with work-related stress - surprisingly her amazing business expertise have been so incredibly valuable and she is not only helping me manage stress but also helping me be a better business owner, and therefore reducing the sources of stress altogether - amazing!
Written on Aug 05, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I would highly recommend Deb as a therapist! I initially sought help with dealing with grief, but she ended up helping me with a lot more than just that. She is a very responsive and understanding therapist and I really got an awful lot out of our sessions.
Written on May 04, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and eating disorders
Debbie has been a great help and she knows how to nudge you in the right direction so you can offload your thoughts and clear your mind. I always feel better after our session. Thank you Debbie.
Written on Apr 23, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Debra has already been a big support to me over a number of weeks. I find her approach works really well for me, helping process my thoughts during a challenging time. Her varied experience, warm but direct communication is a great combination which I appreciate. Thank you Debra!
Written on Mar 13, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I found Debra a really easy person to open up to
Written on Feb 11, 2025 after therapy with Debra for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem