Cheryl Backham , BACP

Cheryl Backham is a United Kingdom based counsellor who combines a person-centred approach with specialist training to support people through difficult life events. She holds BACP accreditation, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings six years of practice to her work along with over 1,000 hours of direct client contact.

Cheryl works with both adults and children, offering a calm, empathetic presence that encourages exploration of thoughts and feelings without judgement. Her practice focuses on trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief and parenting challenges, anger and self-esteem difficulties, depression, and coping with life changes. She also has a particular focus on supporting people affected by self-harm and sexual assault and abuse.

Using a person-centred frame, Cheryl listens closely and collaborates with each person to identify goals and practical steps toward them. She integrates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) where appropriate to address traumatic memories. Sessions are offered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible access for those seeking support.

EMDR and Person-Centred Support Online

Cheryl incorporates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) into her practice. EMDR involves guided bilateral stimulation alongside focused recall of distressing memories to help reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic experiences and support processing of those memories.

Alongside EMDR, Cheryl works from a person-centred perspective that prioritises empathy, active listening, and the client’s own goals. This approach helps individuals explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace and is useful for issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and reactions to life changes.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Cheryl approaches this collaboratively. She will work with each person to assess needs, discuss options, and agree on a plan that reflects their goals and preferences, involving licensed professionals where appropriate.

Online therapy with Cheryl is available by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options make it easier to access regular support without travel and allow therapy to fit around work, family, and other commitments.