Emma Manthy, BACP

Emma Manthy is a BACP registered therapist in the United Kingdom with nine years of clinical experience. She also brings eight years of practice as a Health and Wellbeing Coach and regularly designs and delivers psychoeducational workshops for organisations and the general public. Emma has developed specialised experience supporting people facing stress and anxiety, neurodiversity, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, anger, employment challenges and a broad range of related difficulties.

Her work extends to areas such as depression, bipolar conditions, grief, relationship and LGBT matters, ADHD, self-esteem, compassion fatigue and other complex presentations. Emma approaches each person with respect, sensitivity and compassion, tailoring sessions to the individual’s needs and goals. She frames therapy as a collaborative process and focuses on supporting and empowering clients as they take the often courageous steps toward change and a more fulfilling life. Emma combines coaching skills and therapeutic training to adapt work to practical goals and personal wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches supporting online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, invites people to notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action. It can be useful for managing anxiety, stress and life transitions by helping clients focus on what matters most and move forward despite difficult internal experiences.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression and mood-related difficulties by teaching practical skills to shift thinking and build healthier routines.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle attention to bodily and emotional experience, supporting emotion regulation and reduced reactivity. It can complement other approaches by helping clients build steadiness and calm in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. A registered professional will work collaboratively with the client to explore which methods fit best based on their needs, goals and preferences, and adapt the work as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Emma is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit sessions around work, family and energy levels. These options make it easier to access regular support, maintain continuity of care and try different formats until the arrangement feels like a good fit.