- Stress and anxiety
- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
About Emma
Emma Harvey is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years' experience in mental health. She works with young adults and others facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma and questions about gender and sexuality. Emma’s focus includes practical problems that often come up in early adulthood, like coping with life changes and managing overwhelming emotions.
Her sessions aim to be straightforward and goal-oriented. She uses a mix of approaches to look at thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Conversations often include setting clear steps to reduce distress and build simple coping skills that can be tried between meetings.
Emma draws on client-centred ideas to keep the discussion focused on the person in front of her. She also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to spot patterns of thinking that feed anxiety or low mood. Dialectical behaviour therapy tools and mindfulness practice are sometimes used for emotional regulation and stress management.
In practical terms she describes working collaboratively with clients to bring clarity to difficult situations. That can mean talking through relationship difficulties, parenting strain, grief after loss, or the pressures of work and study. The emphasis is on immediate, useful ways to feel steadier in day-to-day life.
Emma accepts international clients and offers sessions in English. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options via the platform’s booking flow.
How her approaches guide online sessions
Emma uses client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy as core parts of her practice. Client-centred work means the conversation follows the client’s concerns and priorities, with the counsellor listening and reflecting to help clarify what matters most. CBT involves identifying patterns of thinking and behaviour and testing small changes that can reduce anxiety, low mood or unhelpful reactions.Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) techniques and mindfulness are also part of her toolbox for managing strong emotions and stress. DBT-style skills focus on practical steps for emotional regulation and tolerating distress. Mindfulness offers simple attention practices to reduce rumination and help with grounding during difficult moments.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that fit those aims, and adjust as needed. Clients are invited to give feedback so the work stays relevant to their everyday life.
Session formats are not detailed here, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings around study, work or travel, and can allow brief check-ins or longer sessions depending on what the client needs. Practical benefits include clearer ways to practise new skills between sessions and options that help sessions slot into a busy routine.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma, eating and parenting concerns among others.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Sessions are collaborative and goal focused, combining client-centred listening with practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
How much experience does she have?
Emma has five years of experience working in mental health settings with young people and adults.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international availability apply?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking through the platform.
How does the subscription and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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