Cherith McIlroy, BACP
Compassionate therapist focused on trauma recovery
- Attachment focused care
- CBT and client-centered
- Support for relationships
About Cherith McIlroy
Cherith McIlroy is a UK-based therapist who brings an emotionally available, relationship-focused approach to therapeutic work. With professional credentials through the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and three years of clinical experience, she offers compassionate support for people navigating anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement including loss to suicide, family conflict, complex trauma, PTSD, childhood sexual abuse, and ongoing grief and loss.
Cherith works from a place of curiosity and collaboration, listening closely to understand each person’s history and current struggles. She aims to help clients deepen self-awareness so they can uncover the reasons emotional difficulties have affected their lives, and then apply therapeutic skills to move toward recovery and better emotional wellbeing. Her practice emphasises relationship, process, and practical techniques drawn from established counselling models.
Clients can expect a supportive partner in their therapeutic journey who encourages the use of personal strengths and resilience. Cherith focuses on helping people build insight, develop coping strategies, and make meaningful changes so they can work toward living a more fulfilling life. She remains available to walk alongside clients as they pursue healing and growth in the United Kingdom.
Cherith works from a place of curiosity and collaboration, listening closely to understand each person’s history and current struggles. She aims to help clients deepen self-awareness so they can uncover the reasons emotional difficulties have affected their lives, and then apply therapeutic skills to move toward recovery and better emotional wellbeing. Her practice emphasises relationship, process, and practical techniques drawn from established counselling models.
Clients can expect a supportive partner in their therapeutic journey who encourages the use of personal strengths and resilience. Cherith focuses on helping people build insight, develop coping strategies, and make meaningful changes so they can work toward living a more fulfilling life. She remains available to walk alongside clients as they pursue healing and growth in the United Kingdom.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Cherith McIlroy have?
Cherith McIlroy has 3 years of professional experience.
Is Cherith McIlroy a registered therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: BACP. Registration details: .
In which languages does Cherith McIlroy provide therapy?
Cherith provides therapy in English.
Where is Cherith McIlroy located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Cherith McIlroy as my therapist?
You can work with Cherith McIlroy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cherith McIlroy work with international clients?
Cherith McIlroy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cherith McIlroy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 and online care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. Cherith uses this approach to help people understand attachment needs, heal from abandonment or relational wounds, and build safer ways of relating to others. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and the client’s own capacity for growth; in practice Cherith creates a nonjudgmental space where people can explore feelings and make choices that align with their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns with practical exercises and skills that can reduce anxiety and mood symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cherith works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds so therapy remains relevant and practical.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, and other commitments. For many, remote sessions increase accessibility and allow therapy to continue consistently, while registered professionals and therapists tailor techniques to suit the format and the individual’s circumstances.