Emma Allenby
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About me
Sometimes life is a lot. Exhausted from overthinking? Tired of pretending everything's okay? Or perhaps you know something doesn't feel right, but can't put your finger on why.
Whatever has brought you here, I can help. I'm Emma, an experienced therapist offering a warm, down-to-earth space to take a breath and untangle what's going on. Somewhere you can say the things you've been holding onto, without judgement, pressure or expectation. Because therapy shouldn't feel intimidating.
I'll meet you where you are, taking time to explore what matters to you. I'll bring my years of knowledge and experience as we work together to understand how your experiences have shaped you and consider how they might be affecting you today. Together, we can make sense of your feelings and needs, helping you to feel more in tune with yourself.
I believe wholeheartedly in therapy, not just because I'm a therapist but because I've sat in the other chair too. I know how valuable it is to have time that's yours, and how important it is to find someone you feel comfortable with. That's why I offer a free 30-minute introductory call, so we can get to know each other and see if we're a good fit.
Training, qualifications & experience
Working with clients since 2019, I'm a member of both the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). These memberships recognise my qualifications and commitment to high standards of training and ethical practice.
My qualifications include CPCAB Levels 2, 3 and 4 in Therapeutic Counselling and a Level 5 in Psychotherapeutic Counselling.
My experience
I've had the privilege of working with people across a number of specialist charities, which has shaped my experience as a therapist in very different ways.
Trauma, guilt and shame - My work with men and their loved ones affected by sexual abuse and rape has involved exploring shame, self-blame, difficulties with trust and experiences that can feel incredibly hard to put into words.
Illness, grief and life changes - Supporting people affected by a brain tumour diagnosis has given me an understanding of the uncertainty, loss of independence and grief that can come when a future looks very different from what you imagined.
Caring for someone you love - In my work with family carers of people living with dementia, I've seen how tough caring can be. Family pressures. Conflicting feelings. Love alongside anger, grief alongside relief and the exhaustion that can come with caring.
I understand how vulnerable it can feel to share things we've kept secret, especially if you've been worried about being judged.
Whatever you bring to therapy, you don't need to worry about it being too much or too strange. It's all welcome here.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
From the comfort of your own home by phone or video, or in my welcoming Chelmsford therapy room. I am flexible across weekdays and evening times.
Sessions are £65 for 50 minutes to be paid for before the beginning of the session. I believe therapy should be as accessible as possible, so I also offer a limited number of low cost sessions. Please feel free to ask about availability and we can explore what's possible together.
