Erika Harding, BACP

Erika Harding is a BACP registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with seven years of professional experience supporting people through significant life challenges. She has worked with individuals navigating grief and loss, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and the emotional impact of miscarriage, offering steady support as they work through painful and complex feelings.

Erika creates a warm, compassionate and inclusive therapeutic environment where people can explore their concerns without fear of judgement. Her style prioritises empathy and respect, enabling clients to speak openly about their experiences while she listens attentively and responds with practical understanding.

Her practice blends client-centered therapy, solution-focused techniques and cognitive behavioural approaches. Erika adapts conversation and treatment plans to the unique needs of each person she sees, shaping goals and strategies around what the individual finds most helpful. She recognises that reaching out for change takes courage and she is committed to supporting clients through that process, helping them move toward greater wellbeing at a pace that feels right for them. BACP denotes registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Approaches and remote therapy options

Erika draws on client-centered therapy to place the person's own experience at the heart of the work - the therapist listens with empathy and follows the client’s concerns to help them find clarity and personal resources. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and to develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, low mood and stress. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on strengths and small, achievable steps to move toward clearer goals and improved day-to-day functioning.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic journey. Erika works collaboratively with each person to explore their needs, goals and preferences, and she tailors the blend of methods so the process feels relevant and manageable.

Online sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular support without travelling, and they allow Erika and the client to maintain continuity of care in a way that suits the individual’s life and commitments.