- Person centred approach
- EMDR for trauma
- Support for parents
About Cheryl
Cheryl Backham is a counsellor who invites parents and individuals to talk through hard moments. She holds BACP accreditation and has spent six years developing practical listening skills. Her style is calm and straightforward, aimed at helping people find ways forward when life feels heavy.
Cheryl uses a person-centred way of working, so sessions focus on the client's experience and pace. She listens without judgement and reflects what she hears to help people make sense of their feelings. This approach is gentle and direct, and it aims to give people clearer choices about next steps.
Alongside person-centred work Cheryl uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, often called EMDR, to support people processing distress from traumatic events. EMDR can be offered when both client and counsellor agree it might help to reduce the intensity of painful memories.
Cheryl often helps people dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief and parenting strain. She also supports those affected by trauma, sexual assault, self-harm and addiction concerns. Conversations focus on what is happening now and practical ways to cope day to day.
Sessions are straightforward and conversational. Cheryl will work with each person to set goals that feel realistic and manageable. The emphasis is on steady progress and on building tools that fit into family life and daily routines.
How EMDR and person-centred work translate to online therapy
Cheryl uses person-centred counselling and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, often called EMDR. Person-centred work focuses on the client's experience, with the counsellor reflecting feelings and helping the client find their own answers. It suits people who want a steady, empathetic listener and practical next steps.EMDR is a structured method that helps people process distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming. In practice this means carefully recalling the memory while using specific bilateral stimulation and guided processing to reduce its emotional charge. It is typically used for trauma, sexual assault and related distress when both client and counsellor agree it may help.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Cheryl will discuss options, listen to what matters most, and decide together which methods to try. Goals and pace are set by the client and adjusted as therapy progresses.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around family routines and everyday life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt EMDR and person-centred techniques for remote sessions when appropriate, and Cheryl will explain how the work might look for you before you start.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cheryl work with?
She supports people with trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family worries, grief, parenting strain, anger, self esteem, depression and coping with life changes.
What is Cheryl's therapeutic style like?
Cheryl uses a person-centred approach, listening without judgement and helping clients choose practical steps. Sessions are conversational and paced to each person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of experience as a counsellor and has completed over 1,000 hours of practice work.
What credentials and region does she practise in?
Cheryl is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients arrange sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Cheryl?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.