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Cherith McIlroy, BACP

Compassionate counsellor for trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Family relationships

About Cherith McIlroy

Cherith McIlroy is an emotionally available counsellor who approaches her work from a foundation of relationship, compassion, and process. She listens attentively and seeks to understand each person's experience, working alongside clients to foster practical and lasting change. With more than three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and membership of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - she brings grounded support to complex emotional challenges.

Cherith has experience supporting people through anxiety and panic attacks, depression and low self-esteem, bereavement including loss by suicide, family conflict, complex trauma and PTSD, and childhood sexual abuse. She aims to help clients develop greater self-awareness so they can identify the patterns and experiences that have affected their mental and emotional wellbeing. Drawing on established counselling techniques, she supports clients to move toward healing and recovery at a pace that suits them.

Her practice emphasises the client’s strengths and courage, guiding them to practical steps that improve day-to-day life and relationships. Cherith offers compassionate, process-oriented support for those navigating grief, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and other life changes, and she is committed to accompanying people on their journey toward a more fulfilling life.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cherith McIlroy have?

Cherith McIlroy has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Cherith McIlroy a licensed therapist?

Yes. Cherith McIlroy holds the BACP credential.

In which languages does Cherith McIlroy provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Cherith McIlroy located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Cherith McIlroy as my therapist?

You can work with Cherith McIlroy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cherith McIlroy work with international clients?

Cherith McIlroy does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cherith McIlroy 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 with therapy 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 Cherith McIlroy

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and emotional response; it helps people who struggle with trust, attachment issues, and recurring relationship difficulties by exploring how past experiences influence present-day feelings and behaviour. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and pace, offering empathetic, nonjudgmental listening so clients can access their strengths and make choices that feel right for them; this approach is useful for self-esteem, grief, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, offering practical strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, and stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Cherith works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adjust the focus and techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility needs. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, try different formats to suit comfort levels, and access licensed professionals and therapists from where you are, supporting continuity of care and practical access to support.

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