About Moira
Moira McCarthy is a counsellor with 18 years of experience. She works one-to-one with adults and runs group therapy sessions. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and holds NCPS credentials.
Moira uses person-centred methods to create a calm, respectful space for people to talk. She draws on cognitive behavioural techniques to help with thinking patterns and practical changes. Her sessions aim to be down-to-earth and focused on small, manageable steps.
Clients come for many concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression and grief. She also supports people dealing with trauma, addictions, low self-esteem and sleep difficulties. Adoption and foster care matters and attachment issues are listed among her focus areas.
Moira runs wellbeing workshops alongside individual work and has collaborated with local authorities and businesses. She attends regular supervision and follows the BACP framework to guide her practice and ethics.
People who want a warm, listening approach tend to find her style helpful. Sessions are geared towards practical coping skills and clearer communication. She helps people set goals and check progress in simple, everyday terms.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current feelings and patterns, and it can help with abandonment and attachment issues. Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the session, offering empathic listening and encouragement so people can find their own solutions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest approaches that fit. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as needs become clearer.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel, and allow more flexible scheduling for check-ins or longer sessions. Registered or accredited professionals often use online sessions to continue workshops and one-to-one therapy when in-person meetings are difficult. Discuss practical arrangements with the therapist when you book to match sessions to your routine.
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Experience
18+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and grief, as well as trauma, addictions and self-esteem issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is warm and person-centred, using listening and practical CBT tools to help clients change thinking and behaviour.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 18 years of experience working with adults in one-to-one and group settings.
Which credentials and professional body does she hold?
She is affiliated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and holds NCPS credentials.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients, so people located outside the United Kingdom may be able to arrange sessions.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.