Emma Tait , BACP

Emma Tait is a UK-based integrative psychotherapist with more than 13 years of professional practice. Her formal training extended over nine years and includes two postgraduate diplomas and a master’s degree in psychotherapy, and she completed systemic training at the Tavistock Centre in London. Emma is also eligible for ICF ACC accreditation and holds BACP affiliation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which guides her ethical practice.

Working from an integrative framework, Emma draws on psychodynamic, person-centered, cognitive behavioural, and family systemic approaches to tailor therapy to each person’s needs. She also uses elements of Transactional Analysis and solution-focused coaching to support practical change. This flexibility allows her to address a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, addiction, self-esteem, grief, sleep problems, and work-related issues such as bullying.

Emma has experience in both community and clinical settings, having served as the mental health lead for a cross-county counselling service supporting families and parents, worked as a staff counsellor within the NHS, and practised in a secondary mental health hospital. She emphasises attentive, non-judgmental listening and treats each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Committed to ongoing professional development, she aims to work ethically in accordance with BACP standards and to collaborate with clients to find approaches that suit their circumstances.

Emma welcomes questions about her practice and is available to discuss whether her approach might be a good fit for prospective clients.

Integrative therapeutic approaches for online sessions

Emma uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic environment where people are listened to and supported to find their own solutions - this approach is helpful for building self-esteem, navigating life transitions, and strengthening relationships. She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns; CBT is practical and often useful for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and stress management. In addition, Emma draws on psychodynamic ideas to explore how past experiences and unconscious patterns influence current feelings and relationships, which can be particularly helpful for understanding complex or long-standing emotional issues.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Emma works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time so therapy remains relevant and practical for each person.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to access support from different locations, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals and therapists can work effectively through these channels to provide consistent, goal-focused care that aligns with a client’s life and priorities.