Charlotte McKean, BACP

Charlotte McKean helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or major life changes. She is warm and direct in session and aims to make therapy feel approachable. Charlotte uses a calm presence to help people talk through what matters most to them.

She has seven years of experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). That means she works within widely recognised professional standards. Her background includes supporting people affected by trauma, domestic violence, addiction and prolonged grief.

Sessions are client-led and interactive. Charlotte listens first, then works with each person to set goals and decide on suitable ways to work together. She avoids labels and focuses on clear, practical steps that fit into everyday life.

Her clinical work draws on several approaches including client-centred therapy, emotionally-focused work, hypnotherapy, mindfulness and trauma-focused methods. These give different ways to understand feelings, manage stress and process painful memories. Charlotte adapts what she uses to the needs and preferences of each person.

Taking the first step can feel daunting. Charlotte aims to make that step easier by offering a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can explore change and find new ways of coping. She welcomes questions about the process and how therapy might help.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-centred therapy emphasises listening and responding to what the person brings. It helps people feel heard and then work at their own pace, which suits remote sessions where talking and reflection are central.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on understanding and reshaping emotional responses. It can help with relationship-related distress, attachment concerns and strong feelings that keep recurring; online work can support the same emotional focus through guided conversation and exercises.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit best with a person's goals and preferences. That might mean starting with a client-centred way of working and adding mindfulness or trauma-focused techniques where helpful.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. Some people prefer shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when video is difficult. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to make sure they suit your routine and needs.