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Cheryl Backham, BACP

Cheryl Backham is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with six years of practice.

About Cheryl

Cheryl Backham is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with six years of practice. She holds BACP accreditation and has worked over many hours with people facing difficult life events. Cheryl offers a calm, listening presence for those who feel they have no one to turn to.

Her approach puts the person at the centre. Sessions aim to let people talk through their thoughts and feelings without judgement. Cheryl listens closely and helps clients identify small, practical steps forward.

Background and approach

Cheryl often supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, anxiety, stress and low mood. She also works with issues such as addictions, grief, anger and problems linked to parenting or relationships. Additional focus areas include self-harm and sexual assault and abuse.

She uses Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) as one of her approaches when it may help with distress linked to painful memories. Cheryl matches her methods to the needs of each person rather than using a single fixed style. Sessions are conversational and paced to suit the individual.

The aim is to build understanding, reduce overwhelm and help people find better ways to cope with life changes. Practical suggestions and emotional support are offered as needed.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	375002	August 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Cheryl names

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

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How EMDR and person-centred work translate online

Cheryl uses Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) as one approach to help people process distressing memories. In plain terms, EMDR guides a person to recall a memory while focusing on a bilateral stimulus so the memory can feel less overwhelming. It is often used when painful past events continue to cause strong reactions.

Her person-centred way of working keeps the focus on the individual’s experience. That means sessions begin by listening and understanding what matters most to the person, then together deciding which approach to try. Working out the best fit is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow visual connection and fuller interaction, phone sessions can be useful when internet bandwidth is limited, and chat or text messaging suit short check-ins or times when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, childcare or other commitments, and make it possible to continue work from different locations.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Cheryl commonly address?

She helps people with trauma and abuse, anxiety, stress and depression. Other areas include addictions, grief, anger, relationship and parenting challenges.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her work is person-centred, which means sessions focus on the client’s experience and pace. She listens non-judgementally and helps people find practical next steps.

What is Cheryl's background and experience?

Cheryl has six years of practice and over a thousand hours of clinical work. She has worked with adults across a range of emotional and trauma-related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does she offer?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These formats allow different ways to connect depending on needs.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Cheryl?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and book a session according to the therapist’s schedule.