- Practical steps
- Compassionate listening
- Sleep support
About Emma
Emma Bourquin offers calm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or difficult life changes. She approaches sessions with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Emma talks things through in plain language and shapes each plan around what matters to the person in front of her.
She has 12 years of professional experience working with issues such as grief, parenting strain, motivation and self‑esteem. Sleep and tiredness are part of the concerns she helps people address alongside relationship and career stresses. Emma also supports people facing trauma, anger, ADHD and challenges linked to pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood.
Emma uses evidence‑based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to each person’s needs. Sessions focus on practical steps you can try between meetings, together with time to reflect on what is getting in the way of change. The aim is to build clearer routines, steadier moods and better coping strategies over time.
People meet Emma to work on improving sleep, building self‑worth, finding direction at work, or managing the ongoing strain of caregiving. She gives gentle, direct feedback and helps people try small experiments that fit everyday life.
To begin, a short questionnaire helps match you and then appointments are scheduled when you are ready. Emma encourages honest conversation about what you want from therapy and what will make it work for you.
How therapy approaches translate to online support
Emma uses evidence‑based therapeutic techniques tailored to what each person needs. One common approach is short practical interventions that focus on changing daily routines and habits to improve mood and sleep; these involve simple experiments and step‑by‑step routines to try between sessions. Another approach emphasises talking through feelings and past events to reduce their ongoing impact, helping people make sense of grief, trauma or relationship stress and find healthier ways to respond.Finding the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try different ways of working and adjust the plan based on what helps. This means sessions evolve to match changing needs and preferences rather than following a rigid programme.
If you are considering online therapy, check the current session options before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around daily life, reduce travel time and let people use shorter check‑ins when needed. It also makes it simpler to continue regular support while juggling parenting, work or caregiving responsibilities.
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Experience
12+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Emma help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low mood and parenting strain, among other concerns such as sleep difficulties, ADHD and trauma.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Sessions are plain spoken and practical, with a focus on short experiments and routine changes as well as reflective conversation.
How much professional experience does she have?
Emma has 12 years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided for people in the United Kingdom.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with Emma?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.