Dr. Bernadette McLarnon, NCPS, BACP

Dr. Bernadette McLarnon is a UK-credentialed therapist with 13 years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder and compassion fatigue. She also works with clients managing ADHD and related challenges such as attachment concerns, isolation or loneliness, mood disorders, panic and post-traumatic stress. Her practice emphasises a strengths-based view - she sees each person as the expert on their own story and seeks to build on existing resources to address the issues that cause distress.

Clients who reach out to Dr. McLarnon can expect a collaborative process that honours their goals and readiness for change. She recognises the courage it takes to begin therapy and offers steady, supportive guidance as people work toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Practical tools and evidence-informed techniques are used to help manage symptoms and improve relationships while respecting each client’s pace and context.

Dr. McLarnon holds NCPS and BACP credentials, which reflect recognised professional qualifications and membership of UK therapy organisations. She practises in English and is based in the United Kingdom.

Evidence-informed approaches for online care

Dr. Bernadette McLarnon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are adapted for online work. One common strand of her approach is skills-based interventions - practical exercises and coping strategies taught in-session to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and mood disturbance and to improve day-to-day functioning. Another element emphasizes formulation-led work - collaboratively developing a clear understanding of patterns, relationships and triggers so that therapy targets the roots of recurring problems and supports better relationship and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Dr. McLarnon works collaboratively with each client to identify which evidence-informed techniques fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. The therapist-client relationship guides which tools and strategies are prioritised.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. For people managing work, caregiving or mobility constraints, these options make it easier to access regular support from registered professionals and therapists without sacrificing continuity of care.