Murray Harvey, BACP

Murray Harvey is a UK-based therapist who combines formal training with lived experience to support people through anxiety, stress, family difficulties and major life changes. He holds a masters in psychology and studied counselling at university, maintains full insurance and full adult and child DBS checks, and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

He speaks from personal understanding of many common struggles - including panic attacks, anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use and suicidal thinking - and he has been open about currently exploring whether he has ADHD. That perspective informs a compassionate, down-to-earth style that aims to meet people where they are rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Trained in a pluralistic way, he integrates different theories and techniques to suit each person’s needs. He works comfortably with a wide range of presentations and particularly with anxiety-based problems and male clients, while being transparent about limits to his practice if a specific issue falls outside his scope. His manner is direct, honest and pragmatic, focused on clear communication about the work and on helping people get what they need from sessions.

Outside of therapy he studies human behaviour, enjoys music and walks his dog. He values meaning in life and aims to leave the world a little better through his therapeutic work. He is open to messages from people who want to explore whether they can work together.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Murray draws from several evidence-informed approaches to tailor therapy to each person. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationships and patterns formed early in life - it helps people understand how past connections influence current feelings, trust and intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client’s pace and priorities - it is useful for building self-esteem and finding direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works with thoughts, feelings and behaviours by identifying patterns that maintain distress and practising new skills - it is often helpful for anxiety, panic and mood difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Murray will work with each person to explore goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, adapting methods over time rather than imposing a single model. That flexibility supports a more personalised plan of work with registered professionals guiding the process.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives or limited mobility. Video calls and phone sessions enable face-to-face conversation from home, while live chat and text-based messaging provide shorter, flexible ways to communicate between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily schedules and to access consistent support regardless of location.