Emma Manthy, BACP

Emma Manthy is a UK-based therapist with nine years of professional experience and eight years practising as a Health and Wellbeing Coach. She holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and she also designs and delivers psychoeducational workshops for organisations and the general public, blending practical skills with accessible teaching.

Emma specialises in supporting people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related difficulties, anger, and employment-related concerns. Her work also covers neurodiversity including autism and Asperger syndrome, ADHD, depression and bipolar disorder, grief, relationship and communication problems, self-esteem and body image issues, chronic pain and illness, codependency, and a wide range of other co-morbid and relational challenges.

Her practice emphasises respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she tailors sessions to each person’s unique needs. Emma draws on client-centred principles alongside acceptance and commitment approaches, cognitive behavioural techniques, dialectical behaviour strategies, and mindfulness-based practices to help clients explore change and move toward a more fulfilling life. She aims to support and empower people as they take the first steps toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support with Emma

Emma draws on several evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, clarify personal values, and take committed steps toward a life that matters to them - it is often used for anxiety, stress, and long-term health challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, teaching practical skills to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises empathetic listening and a non-judgemental relationship, creating space for clients to explore their own insights and build self-trust, which can be especially helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and grief.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Emma works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods or combining techniques until a good fit is found. This shared planning helps ensure therapy feels relevant and useful.

Online therapy with Emma is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and lifestyles. These options make it easier to access consistent support from registered professionals without travel, and allow clients to choose the format that best suits their comfort and needs.