Emma Tait, BACP
Integrative psychotherapist for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and relationship support
- Parenting and family support
- CBT and psychodynamic therapy
About Emma Tait
Emma Tait is a licensed psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom with over 13 years of clinical experience. Her formal training spanned nine years and includes two postgraduate diplomas and a Masters in psychotherapy, giving her a broad theoretical and practical foundation.
She works as an integrative psychotherapist, blending psychodynamic, person-centered (client-centered), cognitive behavioral, and family systemic approaches to meet each client’s needs. Her systemic training was completed at the Tavistock Centre in London. She also has a strong grasp of Transactional Analysis and solution-focused coaching styles and is eligible for ICF ACC accreditation.
Emma has supported people with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, workplace bullying, and intergenerational patterns of trauma. Her background includes roles as the mental health lead for a cross-county counselling service for families and parents, a staff counsellor within the NHS, and work in a secondary mental health hospital in the UK.
She approaches therapy with attentive listening, respect, sensitivity, and compassion, treating each person as unique. Emma is committed to ongoing personal and professional development and practices in line with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) ethical standards. She is accepting clients, including those based internationally, and welcomes questions about her practice and approach.
She works as an integrative psychotherapist, blending psychodynamic, person-centered (client-centered), cognitive behavioral, and family systemic approaches to meet each client’s needs. Her systemic training was completed at the Tavistock Centre in London. She also has a strong grasp of Transactional Analysis and solution-focused coaching styles and is eligible for ICF ACC accreditation.
Emma has supported people with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, workplace bullying, and intergenerational patterns of trauma. Her background includes roles as the mental health lead for a cross-county counselling service for families and parents, a staff counsellor within the NHS, and work in a secondary mental health hospital in the UK.
She approaches therapy with attentive listening, respect, sensitivity, and compassion, treating each person as unique. Emma is committed to ongoing personal and professional development and practices in line with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) ethical standards. She is accepting clients, including those based internationally, and welcomes questions about her practice and approach.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Emma Tait have?
Emma Tait has 13 years of experience.
Is Emma Tait a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Emma Tait provide therapy?
Emma Tait provides therapy in English.
Where is Emma Tait located?
Emma Tait is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Emma Tait as my therapist?
You can work with Emma Tait through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Emma Tait work with international clients?
Yes, Emma Tait works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Emma Tait 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 for Online Support
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where the therapist follows the client's priorities and helps the person explore their own resources. This approach is useful for building self-esteem, processing life changes, and strengthening personal insight.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on identifying and adjusting unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior. It tends to be practical and goal-oriented, often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, sleep difficulties, and certain addictive behaviors.
Psychodynamic Therapy explores how past experiences and relationship patterns influence current feelings and behaviors. It can be helpful for understanding recurring relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and deeper emotional patterns linked to trauma.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Emma Tait works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and may adapt elements from different models as the work evolves. Licensed professionals and therapists recognize that a tailored plan often improves engagement and outcomes.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, access support from different locations, and maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult.