Mandy Cross, BACP
Warm, experienced counsellor for complex emotional issues
- 11 years experience
- Person-centred and CBT
- Supports trauma and anxiety
About Mandy Cross
Mandy Cross is a compassionate counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 11 years of experience helping people navigate emotional and life challenges. She works from an integrated foundation that originally combined person-centred therapy, Gestalt therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and she has continued to develop her skills through ongoing professional development. Over her career she has supported clients with depression, anxiety including obsessive-compulsive concerns, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and confidence issues, parenting and career challenges, ADHD, suicidal thinking, and the effects of physical trauma and emotional abuse. Her manner is warm and interactive, rooted in respect, sensitivity and compassion, and she takes a non-stigmatizing approach when exploring each person’s experience. Mandy tailors conversations and treatment plans to meet each client’s unique needs and works collaboratively to set achievable goals. She is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, reflecting her commitment to professional standards and ongoing learning. Mandy aims to empower people to take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mandy Cross have?
Mandy Cross has 11 years of experience providing counselling and therapeutic support.
Is Mandy Cross a licensed therapist?
Yes. Mandy holds membership of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Mandy Cross provide therapy?
Mandy provides therapy in English.
Where is Mandy Cross located?
Mandy is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Mandy Cross as my therapist?
You can work with Mandy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mandy Cross work with international clients?
No. Mandy Cross does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mandy Cross cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support with Mandy Cross
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, empathic space in which the client’s own priorities guide the work. This approach helps people build self-awareness, self-esteem and a clearer sense of direction when facing relationship, identity or life-transition issues.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the relationships between thoughts, feelings and behaviours by identifying unhelpful patterns and testing alternative ways of thinking and acting. CBT is commonly used to relieve anxiety, depression and difficulties with coping, and it can be adapted to address issues such as stress, addictions and sleep problems.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical ways to bring attention to the present moment and to relate differently to difficult thoughts and sensations. This approach can support stress reduction, emotional regulation and improved coping during times of change.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is best decided collaboratively. Mandy works with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone and shorter exchanges via live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit support into busy schedules and life commitments. These options help people access consistent care from licensed professionals and therapists without the need to travel, while allowing different modes of communication to suit individual comfort and practical needs.