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Emma Martin, BACP

Based in the UK Online sessions

Person-centred counsellor focused on practical progress

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About

About Emma

Emma Martin is a person-centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has four years of experience working in the UK and aims to create a calm space where people can be heard without judgement. Emma welcomes clients who are navigating loss, relationship strain, stress and other life changes.

Before training as a counsellor she worked across the mental health sector supporting adults, young adults and family members.

Background and approach

That early work exposed her to a wide range of needs and situations. More recently she has supported people who have survived rape, sexual violence and domestic abuse. Emma describes the relationship between counsellor and client as central to progress.

She uses a person-centred stance to listen and respond to each person's unique concerns. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to support change and Solution-Focused work to identify practical steps forward. Her experience includes helping people with addiction, bereavement including suicide loss, anxiety, depression and issues linked to gender dysphoria.

She also has experience with dementia, self-harm, dissociation and bipolar presentations among other complex needs. Emma follows the ethical framework for counselling professions and keeps her practice up to date. If you are considering starting, she asks that you complete the brief matching questionnaire and schedule a session to see if the fit feels right.

Focus areas and approaches

What Emma works with

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Approaches Emma lists

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Online support

How Emma’s approaches work in online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on being listened to without judgement. The counsellor reflects what you say and helps you make sense of feelings. This approach can help with grief, low self-esteem and difficult life changes.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to explore readiness for change. It uses questions and reflections to uncover your own reasons for making changes, which can help with addictions and other behavioural issues.

Solution-Focused Therapy looks at practical next steps and small measurable goals. It is useful when people want to move forward quickly with manageable actions and clearer direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and then try methods that fit you. The process is collaborative and can be adjusted as you progress.

Many people find online therapy helps sessions fit into busy lives, such as shorter check-ins during a work break or fitting appointments around caring duties. Please confirm the specific session formats available before booking so you can choose what suits your routine.
Questions

Questions people ask about Emma

What kinds of problems does Emma help with?

She supports people dealing with relationships, grief, parenting challenges, stress and anxiety. Her practice also covers addiction, trauma, eating issues and questions around gender dysphoria.

How would you describe her therapy style?

The core approach is person-centred therapy, which focuses on listening and understanding. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to encourage change and Solution-Focused Therapy to set practical goals.

What is her professional background?

Emma has four years of experience in the UK and has worked in the mental health sector with adults, young adults and family members. She has recent experience supporting survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse.

Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?

She practises in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, recorded as BACP.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She is not currently taking international clients.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want therapy with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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