- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship difficulties
- Mindfulness approaches
About Emily
Emily E Abonie is a counsellor registered with BACP and NCPS in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. She works with young adults and others on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, grief and low self-esteem. Emily also supports people coping with life changes and motivation challenges.
She uses a conversational, client-centred approach that aims to make it easier to talk about upsetting thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on what matters now and practical ways to move forward. She encourages direct discussion about relationship patterns, intimacy concerns and difficulties with confidence.
Emily draws on a mix of methods including emotionally-focused and mindfulness-based ways of working. That can mean slowing down to notice feelings, learning short practices to reduce overwhelm, or talking through repeating relationship dynamics that keep causing pain. She also uses solution-focused strategies to identify small changes that make daily life easier.
Clients describe sessions that look at how past experiences shape present reactions and also focus on clear, attainable steps. Emily works with themes such as body image, isolation, guilt and problems with control. She can also support people with ADHD symptoms and mood-related issues.
Her style is straightforward and conversational. People who want practical ideas as well as deeper reflection often find this approach useful. To start, the usual first session looks at immediate concerns and goals, then a plan is agreed for follow-up work.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters to the person in front of the counsellor. It helps with building confidence, talking through relationship problems and sorting out priorities in early adulthood. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at feelings and patterns between people. It can help with intimacy issues, recurring conflict and understanding emotional responses. Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention practices and grounding techniques to manage anxiety and stress in everyday life.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Emily will collaborate with clients to decide which combination of the above methods best fits their goals, preferences and day-to-day demands. That collaborative process can start in the first sessions and change over time as needs shift.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy schedule, reduce travel time and allow for shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed. Phone sessions can use less bandwidth and video sessions allow for visual connection if preferred. Registered or accredited professionals will discuss practical arrangements and help clients find a rhythm that fits study, work or family commitments.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centred and conversational, using emotionally-focused and mindfulness techniques alongside solution-focused tools for practical change.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with BACP and NCPS and practices from the United Kingdom.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How are sessions provided?
Please confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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