Avril Harding, BACP
BACP-registered therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship challenges
- Trauma and recovery
About Avril Harding
Avril Harding is a UK-credentialed therapist with six years of professional experience who supports people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. She brings a calm, patient approach to each session and works to establish an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored without fear of judgment. Avril is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which reflects her commitment to recognised professional standards.
In her practice she collaborates with clients to identify meaningful goals and practical steps toward greater wellbeing, tailoring conversations to each person rather than following a one-size-fits-all method. Avril understands that beginning therapy takes courage and she honours the decision to seek help, offering steady support as clients take those first steps. Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, aimed at helping people feel heard while they work through challenges and build new coping strategies.
Avril welcomes clients who are ready to explore change and growth, and she combines professional training with a compassionate presence to guide people through difficult moments toward clearer perspective and more manageable day-to-day living.
In her practice she collaborates with clients to identify meaningful goals and practical steps toward greater wellbeing, tailoring conversations to each person rather than following a one-size-fits-all method. Avril understands that beginning therapy takes courage and she honours the decision to seek help, offering steady support as clients take those first steps. Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, aimed at helping people feel heard while they work through challenges and build new coping strategies.
Avril welcomes clients who are ready to explore change and growth, and she combines professional training with a compassionate presence to guide people through difficult moments toward clearer perspective and more manageable day-to-day living.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Avril Harding have?
Avril Harding has 6 years of professional experience.
Is Avril Harding a registered therapist?
Yes. Avril Harding holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Avril Harding provide therapy?
Avril Harding provides therapy in English.
Where is Avril Harding located?
Avril Harding is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Avril Harding as my therapist?
Clients can work with Avril Harding through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Avril Harding work with international clients?
Yes, Avril Harding works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Avril Harding 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 cancelled 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.
Evidence-informed approaches and accessible online care
Avril draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility - this approach supports work on stress, anxiety, and life transitions by encouraging committed action toward what matters most. She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns; this can be particularly helpful for people addressing relationship difficulties, intimacy issues, or patterns of loss and abandonment.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Avril takes a collaborative stance - she will discuss options with each client and adapt methods to fit individual needs, goals, and preferences. Together the client and therapist decide which techniques feel like the best match and adjust as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Avril is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, travel limitations, or different comfort levels with technology. Working with registered professionals in these formats can make consistent support more accessible while allowing therapy to fit around everyday life.