Emma McArthur, BACP

Emma McArthur is an integrative cognitive behavioural therapist with three years of clinical experience, trained in psychology, counselling, psychoeducational groupwork, and cognitive behavioural therapy. She is registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, and draws on that training to offer tailored, evidence-informed support.

Her work emphasises collaboration and personal growth, helping clients identify strengths, resources, and practical ways to move forward. Emma creates a non-judgmental listening space where people can explore present experiences and personal history at a pace that feels right for them. She combines structured CBT techniques with broader integrative approaches to meet each person’s needs and goals.

Through increasing awareness of unhelpful patterns and reconsidering personal beliefs, Emma supports clients in realigning their values with their daily lives. She helps people explore alternative coping strategies, shift perspectives, and make adaptations that promote meaningful change. If clients choose to work with her, she will support them on their counselling journey and assist in finding the practical steps needed to move toward the life they want.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Emma integrates several practical approaches to suit different needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and trying alternative behaviours; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day coping challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing difficult thoughts or feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward them - it can help when people feel stuck or out of alignment with what matters to them. Client-Centered Therapy prioritises the therapeutic relationship, offering empathic, non-directive support that helps people explore their experience and build self-awareness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Emma works collaboratively with clients and with other registered professionals when appropriate to determine which combination of methods best fits a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. This shared decision making helps tailor the work to each individual.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. These formats increase flexibility and accessibility, allowing people to engage from different locations and at different times while maintaining continuity of care with a therapist.