Charlotte McKenna, BACP

Charlotte McKenna is a BACP counsellor who helps people deal with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and relationship concerns. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk through difficult feelings and find clearer ways forward. Her style is patient and person-focused, with the client’s experience guiding each session.

Charlotte uses a person-centred approach that places the client’s perspectives and goals at the centre of the work. Sessions move at a client’s pace, with listening, reflection and gentle questioning used to deepen understanding. This way of working aims to support people through life changes, depression, parenting strain and compassion fatigue.

She also draws on trauma-focused methods when past hurt keeps affecting present life. That work looks at how traumatic events shape feelings and reactions, and it helps people develop practical strategies to cope and rebuild when ready.

With three years' experience, Charlotte has supported adults with addiction concerns, chronic illness effects, body image issues and communication problems. She pays attention to patterns such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, and blended family challenges, helping clients name and work through these concerns.

Sessions are offered in English and take place in the United Kingdom. The therapy process includes setting goals together, reviewing progress, and adjusting the approach to suit the client’s needs. People are invited to start with small steps and build from there at a pace that feels manageable.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding. The counsellor follows the client’s pace, reflects what is said, and helps clarify goals and feelings. This approach suits people wanting a supportive space to talk through stress, low self-worth and relationship difficulties.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses how past harm affects current life. It looks at responses to traumatic events and helps build practical ways to manage triggers and painful memories. This work can help with trauma, abuse, grief and patterns that keep repeating in relationships.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will discuss what feels most helpful, try different ways of working, and adapt based on a client’s needs, goals and preferences. That decision is reviewed as therapy progresses.

The biography does not list specific online or in-person formats, so please confirm session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so sessions slot into a lunch break or an evening. Registered and accredited professionals often use these practical benefits to help therapy feel manageable alongside everyday life.