Mary Harrington, BACP

Mary Harrington is a UK qualified therapeutic counsellor with five years of professional practice and a special focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She works using an integrative model, drawing on Client-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and CBT to tailor support to each person's particular circumstances and goals. This flexible approach means she adapts methods to meet the needs of clients facing a wide range of difficulties, from stress and anxiety to trauma, domestic abuse, life changes and depression.

Mary has supported clients dealing with poor motivation, weight concerns, phobias, addiction and struggles with self-esteem and confidence, helping people build practical skills and new ways of thinking to move forward. In addition to her counselling qualifications she holds BACP accreditation, indicating membership of a recognised UK counselling professional body. She also brings around twenty years of experience working with and supporting young people with ADHD and autism, and she aims to create an environment where neurodiverse clients feel understood and respected.

Mary describes her stance as non-judgmental and compassionate, treating people with sensitivity and respect. She offers sessions only on Fridays and monitors messages several times a day, with responses typically sent between 6 and 8 pm Monday to Friday. At weekends she may be resting, relaxing or undertaking training and will aim to reply as soon as she can.

Approaches and Support for Online Therapeutic Work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients lead the pace of change and therapists reflect understanding to help people explore their thoughts and feelings. It is useful for building self-awareness and improving confidence in everyday life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviors and manage symptoms. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress and problems with motivation.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an approach used to process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact by combining focused recall with guided bilateral stimulation. It can help people who are coping with trauma and distressing past events.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Mary works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. This shared decision-making helps ensure therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Mary is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access consistent support from registered professionals while balancing work, family and other commitments.