Cheryl Smart, NCPS
UK therapist helping build resilience
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Online and international
About Cheryl Smart
Cheryl Smart is a credentialed therapist based in the United Kingdom with four years of counselling experience across schools, healthcare settings, and online platforms. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional accreditation for counsellors that indicates formal training and adherence to practice standards. Over the course of her work she has supported people dealing with stress and anxiety, responding to trauma and abuse, managing grief and loss, and building motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Cheryl emphasizes treating each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and treatment plans to reflect the unique needs and goals of every individual. She acknowledges that reaching out for therapy often takes courage and affirms clients for beginning that process. Cheryl is committed to helping people overcome immediate concerns while developing the skills and resilience needed to thrive in everyday life.
Her approach is collaborative and tailored - she listens to each person’s priorities and works with them to shape a course of care that fits their circumstances. With a calm, empathetic presence, Cheryl aims to create a space where difficult experiences can be explored and practical steps toward change can be taken.
Her approach is collaborative and tailored - she listens to each person’s priorities and works with them to shape a course of care that fits their circumstances. With a calm, empathetic presence, Cheryl aims to create a space where difficult experiences can be explored and practical steps toward change can be taken.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Cheryl Smart have?
Cheryl Smart has four years of professional counselling experience in schools, healthcare settings, and online platforms.
Is Cheryl Smart a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional accreditation for counsellors. Registration details were not provided.
In which languages does Cheryl Smart provide therapy?
Cheryl provides therapy in English.
Where is Cheryl Smart located?
Cheryl is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Cheryl Smart as my therapist?
You can work with Cheryl Smart through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cheryl Smart work with international clients?
Yes. Cheryl works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cheryl Smart 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 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most to them and take action in line with those values while learning to live alongside difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, low motivation, and life transitions.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current patterns of relating. It supports clients in understanding relationship dynamics, improving emotional connection, and addressing issues like intimacy concerns, abandonment, or attachment challenges.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, offers practical tools to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop alternative responses. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management and emphasizes skill building and measurable progress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cheryl works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or those living outside the therapist's immediate area. These options make regular sessions more accessible and allow therapists to use the same evidence-based approaches in ways that fit each client’s life.