- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Emma
Emma Harratt is a BACP-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. She works with people who are facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, motivation problems and the practical strains that come with life changes. Emma also supports those dealing with grief, anger, depression, addictions and ADHD, and she lists young adult issues among her focus areas.
She uses a mix of conversational and reflective approaches. Sessions are often a place to talk things out, look at patterns, and try small changes that feel doable. She aims to help clients notice what gets in the way of moving forward and to build everyday strategies for coping.
Emma draws on Client-Centred Therapy to keep sessions client-led and on Mindfulness Therapy to bring attention to present-moment experience. Motivational Interviewing is used when exploring change and readiness, and Narrative and Psychodynamic ideas help in understanding personal stories and recurring patterns.
Her way of working is direct and practical. She will listen to what matters most and plan short-term goals together. That might mean trying different ways of managing mood, improving communication, or working through difficult memories.
People in their late teens and twenties often seek support for transitions such as leaving home, starting work or study, relationship worries and feeling behind. Emma can help with these pressures by offering straightforward conversations and hands-on steps to try.
To begin, clients are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and book an initial session. The first meeting is used to set priorities and agree how to proceed.
Therapeutic approaches used and how they work online
Emma commonly uses Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on listening and responding to what the client brings. This approach helps people clarify their thoughts and decide what matters most to them. She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to train attention on the present moment, a practical tool for reducing rumination and stress. Motivational Interviewing is used when people are weighing change; it helps explore ambivalence and find personally meaningful reasons to try something different.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Emma discusses options together and adjusts the way sessions are run based on the client’s needs, goals and preferences. That collaboration helps decide which methods to try and how to pace them.
The biography does not list which online session formats are offered, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work and travel. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and make it simpler to access support from different locations. Registered or accredited professionals often find online sessions effective for talking through life changes, building coping strategies and maintaining continuity of care.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, addictions and ADHD among other concerns. Young adult issues such as leaving home and starting work are specifically listed.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-led and conversational, using mindfulness and motivational approaches alongside narrative and psychodynamic ideas. Sessions focus on practical steps and exploring patterns.
What is her experience with clients?
She has five years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life transition concerns.
Is she registered and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I see her if I live outside the UK?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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