- Client-led approach
- Practical coping strategies
- Focus on clarity
About Emma
Emma Farrimond is a counsellor who welcomes people feeling overwhelmed by stress, low mood, anxiety or struggles with self-worth. She often supports men exploring life direction, coping with loss, or dealing with relationship and workplace pressures. Her tone is straightforward and practical, with an emphasis on helping clients take the next small steps forward.
Emma trained in counselling and psychotherapy and holds a BA (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy with Philosophy, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Counselling. She is MBACP registered and has worked in private practice since 2014. Before that she provided time-limited counselling through employer assistance programmes and ran counselling services in voluntary-sector settings.
Her day-to-day work includes talking through anxiety, depression, sleep problems, anger and feelings of emptiness. She also supports people facing chronic illness or pain, compassion fatigue, and complex situations such as domestic violence, bereavement or separation. Sessions are tailored so practical steps and coping strategies form part of the work when that suits the individual.
Emma uses conversational, client-led sessions that aim to build clarity and confidence. She draws on approaches such as Client-Centred work, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused methods to match the way someone wants to work. The focus is on clear goals, realistic adjustments and pacing the process so it feels manageable.
She offers help in English and works from the United Kingdom. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.
How Emma’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client sets the pace and topics for the work. It helps people who want to be heard and to build self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and often uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it can be useful for anxiety, low mood and sleep difficulties. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying small, achievable steps and building on what already works in someone’s life.Emma sees choosing an approach as a collaborative process. She will talk with the client about their goals and preferences, and suggest ways of working that suit those aims. Together they decide whether to prioritise understanding, practical skill-building or short-term goal work, and they adapt as progress is made.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use written exercises and worksheets between meetings to reinforce progress. Ask about the session options so you can choose what fits your routine and comfort level.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can I bring to therapy?
Emma works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, sleep problems, anger and life changes. She also supports people facing long-term illness, compassion fatigue and relationship difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is warm and client-led, with practical conversations that aim to increase clarity and confidence. Techniques may include thinking about patterns, setting small goals and focusing on what helps in day-to-day life.
How much experience does she have?
She has worked in counselling roles for 14 years, including voluntary and private-sector experience and running a private practice since 2014.
What qualifications and region are listed?
She holds a BA (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy with Philosophy, a Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Counselling and is MBACP registered. She practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary by location and with therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Please check the current fees before booking.
How do I begin a course of therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.