Emily Smith
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This professional is accepting new clients but may have a waitlist. Please enquire with them directly to discuss availability.
About me
I am a fully qualified Person-Centred Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Redruth, Cornwall. I am fully Registered (MBACP) with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, and abide by their Code of Ethics which ensures that we will be working safely together.
I am passionate about providing support through difficult times, mental health challenges and journeys of self-discovery. I promise to provide you a safe, confidential and compassionate space to explore whatever is going on for you.
I am trained as a Person-Centred therapist, however, I also have experience in integrating various modalities such as Eco therapy, Gestalt therapy, Transactional Analysis and Creative therapeutic therapy intertwined within Person-Centred therapy. I have creative tools (Art supplies) to use if you so wish and can also offer walking and talking therapy if this suits you.
If you're sensitive to sensory overwhelm, I want you to know that I can adapt the therapy space to help make your experience as comfortable and accommodating as you need. This might include adjusting lighting, minimising background noise, or offering sensory tools—whatever helps you feel safe and supported. You're welcome to let me know what supports work best for you. Together, we can shape the space in a way that honours your sensory needs
My practice responds to each individual client and together we will discover what approach best suits you. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), BPD, childhood trauma, self-harm, grief, sexuality, domestic violence, suicide ideation, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sexual trauma, relationships, low self-esteem, loss of identity, Neurdivergent Burnout, front line NHS burnout, motherhood and more. I am a Neurodivergent affirming therapist and LGBTQ+ friendly.
Ultimately, I am here to listen to anything that you wish to explore.
Whilst based in Cornwall I am able to work on a national level, either online or over the telephone.
Feel free to contact me to book in either a face to face, online or phone counselling session.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor and Psychotherapist under the Cornwall Counselling Institute and Plymouth University.
I hold a full MBACP membership (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists) and I abide by their Code of Ethics and this ensures that we will be working safely together.
I hold an advanced level 5 Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy, a Master's Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Bachelor's Degree in Neuropsychology. I also hold an A level in Fine Art and a background and passion for Art and Nature. Art is something I am happy to incorporate into the therapy if this works for you personally.
I have been dedicated to providing support to clients in Cornwall either face to face, online or on the phone, helping them navigate personal challenges and work towards mental well-being. My approach focuses on empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and lead a fulfilling life.
When I was a student with my placements I had additional training in: Suicide ideation, Ethics & Safeguarding, Domestic Violence & The Cost of War and Life After Loss Training. I will continue to further my knowledge so that I can develop my Private practice.
I have over two decades of experience working within the NHS alongside of my studies to become a counsellor, both in general health and the mental health sector.
I am also registered under the information commissioners office (ICO) to ensure your details are kept safe, confidential and secure.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£45.00 per session
Additional information
Current Availability
I have some availability from mid-June 2026 for:
A weekly face-to-face session at 14:30 on Fridays
A fortnightly face-to-face session at 15:45 on Fridays
I also have availability for online or phone sessions on Tuesdays between 9:00am and 5:00pm.
Please feel free to get in touch via email or text to enquire further. If my current availability does not suit your needs, I would be happy to either refer you to a fellow counsellor or add you to my waiting list and contact you when additional appointments become available.
Rates
* Initial introductory consultation over the phone will be free (30 minutes).
*£45.00 for each 60 minute face to face or online/phone counselling session and ongoing sessions.
Contact me for Face to Face, Online or phone counselling session bookings.
I will respond to you as soon as possible.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Further information
Fully insured and GDPR compliant with the ICO.
Registered Member of BACP.
Registration number 407654 MBACP.
