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Moira McCarthy, BACP

Moira McCarthy is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and addiction.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
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About Moira

Moira McCarthy is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and addiction. She uses a person-centred way of working to keep sessions focused on what matters to each person. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Moira keeps sessions simple and practical. She listens without judging and helps clients name their struggles. Together they set the pace and goals for therapy.

Background and approach

This approach aims to make sessions feel safe and predictable. Her background includes a Master of Arts in Theology and a Diploma in Counselling. She has around 10 years' experience supporting people with mood problems, relationship and family concerns, and recovery from substance misuse.

Moira also works with issues such as self-harm, panic attacks, ADHD and loneliness. In sessions she focuses on understanding the person first, then on what changes would help. That can mean talking through recent events, practising ways to cope with emotions, or trying new ways to communicate.

The counsellor adjusts the pace to each person's needs. Moira offers online options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. She works in English and accepts clients from outside the United Kingdom.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions to suit their schedule.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	400663	April 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 Moira names

Client-Centred Therapy

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Person-centred approaches and online access

Moira works mainly with a person-centred approach. This means the counsellor focuses on the person’s own priorities and follows their pace. It helps with issues where being heard and understood is the first step, such as grief, trauma, relationship difficulties and low mood.

She combines that person-focused stance with practical conversations about coping. That can include planning steps for managing anxiety, talking through relationship or family tensions, or creating short-term routines to reduce stress. These methods suit people who want straightforward, collaborative support rather than a rigid programme.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Moira will discuss options with each person and decide together what feels most helpful. The process is collaborative - goals, pace and techniques are agreed in conversation so the therapy fits the individual’s needs and preferences.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls let people maintain visual contact when that matters. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit those who prefer writing or need brief, ongoing support between calls. These choices make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily life while working with registered or accredited professionals.

Frequently asked

What concerns does she support?

She supports a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and addiction, plus related issues such as self-harm, panic attacks and relationship problems.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

Her work is person-centred, so sessions focus on the individual’s needs and goals. She listens without judging and helps people find practical ways to cope and make changes.

What is her experience background?

She has around 10 years' experience and holds an MA in Theology plus a Diploma in Counselling. Her practice has included supporting people with mood, addiction and trauma-related difficulties.

What credentials and location apply?

She is registered 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 and she accepts international clients.

What session formats does she offer?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are costs handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.