Cheryl Backham, BACP

Life can feel overwhelming when there is no one to simply listen. Cheryl Backham is a fully qualified counsellor who brings six years of professional experience and more than 1,000 hours of direct practice to her work with both adults and children. She offers a compassionate, person-centred approach that places the client at the heart of the therapeutic process, allowing exploration of thoughts and feelings in a respectful, non-judgmental space.

Cheryl works alongside clients to understand their priorities and to support movement toward the changes they want to make. She listens attentively and provides gentle guidance, helping people to clarify their goals and develop coping strategies that fit their lives. Cheryl holds BACP, which denotes membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects her commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.

Clients can expect an empathetic, steady presence focused on partnership and practical progress. Whether someone is navigating relationship difficulties, grief, anxiety, or life transitions, Cheryl aims to create a supportive environment where each person’s experience is heard and respected.

Approaches and Online Therapy Options with Cheryl Backham

Cheryl integrates evidence-informed methods into her work, including EMDR and person-centred practice. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity - it is often used when people are coping with trauma or difficult past experiences. The person-centred approach focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic space where clients can explore their feelings and choices at their own pace - it supports self-understanding and personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Cheryl collaborates with each client to identify what methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure the chosen techniques feel acceptable and useful to the individual.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility constraints. Cheryl provides sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that suits them best. These options can make it easier to maintain regular appointments, access support from home, and fit therapy around daily life while working with a registered professional who tailors care to the client’s circumstances.