Erica Ruse Whalley, BACP

Erica Ruse Whalley - Accredited counsellor

14 years experience
Anxiety and grief specialist
Flexible session formats

About Erica Ruse Whalley

Erica Ruse Whalley is an accredited counsellor with fourteen years of professional experience, offering a warm and supportive environment where the client remains at the centre of the therapeutic work. She creates a space in which people can choose how they feel most comfortable to engage, and she adapts her approach to meet individual needs and preferences.

Erica has particular expertise supporting people with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, family challenges and matters related to adoption. She works integratively, blending therapeutic theories and techniques to suit each person. Her practice may draw on person-centred methods that prioritise empathy and the client voice, solution-focused strategies to identify practical steps forward, cognitive behavioural techniques for managing thoughts and behaviours, the Emotional Freedom Technique where appropriate, and creative approaches when they fit the client’s style.

Erica holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which recognises professional training and adherence to a counseling code of practice. She welcomes enquiries to discuss how she might help and looks forward to hearing from prospective clients to explore the best way forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Erica Ruse Whalley have?

Erica Ruse Whalley has fourteen years of experience working as a counsellor.

Is Erica Ruse Whalley a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP accreditation. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and indicates recognised professional training and standards.

In which languages does Erica Ruse Whalley provide therapy?

Erica provides therapy in English.

Where is Erica Ruse Whalley located?

Erica is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Erica Ruse Whalley as my therapist?

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

Does Erica Ruse Whalley work with international clients?

Erica does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Erica Ruse Whalley cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Erica’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please 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 Erica. 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 online and finding the right fit

Erica draws on client-centred therapy to place the person and their experience at the heart of sessions, offering nonjudgemental listening and support that helps people explore their feelings and identify their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is used to help people understand patterns of thinking and behaviour and to develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, low mood and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current ways of relating, and can be helpful for resolving difficulties with intimacy, relationship patterns and attachment issues.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Erica works collaboratively with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on their needs, goals and preferences. Together they review progress and adapt methods when needed so the work remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Erica is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without needing to travel, and they allow sessions to fit into busy or changing lives.

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