Emma Wheeler, BACP
Person-centred therapist integrating creativity and mindfulness
- Bereavement and loss support
- Mindfulness and grounding techniques
- Sign language experience
About Emma Wheeler
Emma Wheeler is a person-centred therapist based in Blackpool in North West England, with six years of experience supporting people through bereavement, loss and a wide range of mental health challenges. She began her practice concentrating on bereavement counselling and has since extended her training and clinical work to include depression, anxiety, trauma, personality-related difficulties, psychosis, self-harm and suicide-related concerns, as well as support for those affected by suicide loss.
Emma brings a compassionate, growth-oriented stance to therapy, viewing the process as collaborative and evolving for both client and practitioner. She is developing skills in art therapy and often blends creative, visual and colour-based methods into sessions to help people express feelings that can be hard to name. Using imagery and creative exercises, she helps clients explore emotions intuitively and discover insights that feel personal and meaningful.
Her practice is informed by lived experience of chronic health challenges, which supports sensitive work with clients navigating long-term illness, disability or life-limiting conditions. Emma also has experience with sign language, enabling connection with people who communicate non-verbally or are part of the Deaf community. This background shapes a practice that attends to accessibility and difference with care and nuance.
Spiritually minded, Emma often integrates meditation and grounding techniques to assist those coping with intense anxiety or emotional dysregulation. Everything she offers is tailored to what feels comfortable and helpful for each person, with a focus on attunement, respect and practical ways to manage day-to-day difficulties. Emma holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and continues to develop her practice through ongoing learning and reflective work.
Emma brings a compassionate, growth-oriented stance to therapy, viewing the process as collaborative and evolving for both client and practitioner. She is developing skills in art therapy and often blends creative, visual and colour-based methods into sessions to help people express feelings that can be hard to name. Using imagery and creative exercises, she helps clients explore emotions intuitively and discover insights that feel personal and meaningful.
Her practice is informed by lived experience of chronic health challenges, which supports sensitive work with clients navigating long-term illness, disability or life-limiting conditions. Emma also has experience with sign language, enabling connection with people who communicate non-verbally or are part of the Deaf community. This background shapes a practice that attends to accessibility and difference with care and nuance.
Spiritually minded, Emma often integrates meditation and grounding techniques to assist those coping with intense anxiety or emotional dysregulation. Everything she offers is tailored to what feels comfortable and helpful for each person, with a focus on attunement, respect and practical ways to manage day-to-day difficulties. Emma holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and continues to develop her practice through ongoing learning and reflective work.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentBlended family issuesBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Emma Wheeler have?
Emma Wheeler has six years of professional experience working with people across a range of emotional and mental health concerns.
Is Emma Wheeler a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Emma Wheeler provide therapy?
Emma provides therapy in English.
Where is Emma Wheeler located?
Emma is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Emma Wheeler as my therapist?
You can work with Emma Wheeler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Emma Wheeler work with international clients?
Emma Wheeler does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Emma Wheeler 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 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.
Person-centred, trauma-aware care delivered online
Client-centred therapy focuses on the person rather than the problem, offering a non-directive, empathic environment where clients are helped to explore feelings, values and choices at their own pace. This approach can be especially useful for grief, relationship difficulties and major life transitions because it prioritises the client’s perspective and autonomy.Mindfulness therapy introduces gentle attention and grounding practices to help manage overwhelming thoughts and intense emotions. Simple breathing, awareness and grounding exercises can reduce reactivity and support people living with anxiety, stress, sleep challenges and mood fluctuations.
Trauma-focused therapy attends to the lasting impact of traumatic experiences, using tailored strategies to help people process painful memories and rebuild a sense of safety and agency. It is suited to those struggling with trauma, abuse, or complex emotional responses linked to past events.
Deciding on the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Emma works collaboratively with each person and with registered professionals where appropriate to identify the methods that best fit a client’s needs, goals and preferences, adjusting course as understanding deepens.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit support around work, family and health commitments. These options broaden access and let people engage in ways that feel most comfortable and sustainable for them.