Emma Martin, BACP

Emma Martin is a person-centred counsellor and member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She brings four years of experience working across the mental health sector in the United Kingdom. Emma aims to offer a steady, non-judgemental presence for people facing big life changes or painful events.

She uses a person-centred style that prioritises genuine listening and empathy. That approach guides conversations about grief, relationship strain, stress and anxiety, and other concerns such as addiction and self-esteem. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and on their own goals for change.

Before training as a counsellor, Emma worked in mental health services with adults, young adults and families. She has supported people affected by sexual violence and domestic abuse and has experience with complex needs across different settings.

Emma keeps her practice aligned with the ethical standards of counselling professions and continues to update her knowledge. Her background includes work related to bereavement, trauma, gender dysphoria, dementia-related issues, self-harm, bipolar challenges, and substance use concerns.

People can expect a calm, accepting environment where values are treated with respect. Emma aims to stay alongside clients as they talk through difficult experiences and consider practical steps forward. She frames progress around the person’s priorities rather than imposed goals.

How Emma’s approaches work for online counselling

Emma uses a person-centred approach that focuses on attentive listening and understanding. This approach helps people feel heard and supported while they talk through grief, midlife changes, relationship concerns and other stresses.

She also draws on motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change. This method is practical for addressing habits, addiction-related goals, and decisions about next steps. Solution-focused techniques are used to identify small, achievable actions and to build on what already works in someone’s life.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to decide which ways of working feel most helpful for their goals and preferences. That choice can be revisited as therapy progresses.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make sessions more manageable for people handling family or work commitments by offering greater flexibility in scheduling.