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Margaret Wilde, BACP

Experienced trauma and relationship counsellor
  • Trauma recovery focus
  • Person-centred approach
  • Mindfulness and CBT

About Margaret Wilde

Margaret Wilde brings a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to therapeutic work, drawing on years of experience in the helping professions and post-qualification practice. She spent fifteen years working in mental health and learning disability settings before training as a therapeutic counsellor, and she now has eight years of direct counselling experience with people seeking support for a wide range of concerns. Margaret specialises in trauma recovery and is guided by a strong wish to help people move toward the lives they want.

She practises pluralistically, blending techniques rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method. Her work combines psychodynamic listening, person-centred collaboration and cognitive behavioural strategies, with meditation and mindfulness woven in where these resonate with the client and their goals. This flexible mix allows sessions to be tailored to each individual and to change as progress unfolds.

Margaret offers an open, non-judgemental space where clients can explore emotions, relationships, habitual behaviours and the origins of their beliefs. She aims to listen deeply, reflect observations back in a way that brings fresh perspective, and support clients in understanding how patterns affect daily life. By exploring reactions and their roots, clients can begin to build greater self-awareness, stronger self-esteem and more helpful ways of relating to themselves and others.

Margaret holds accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and she frames therapy around the client as the expert on their own life. She works collaboratively, adapting the balance between open exploration and more structured techniques to match each person’s preferences and aims.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Margaret Wilde have?

Margaret Wilde has eight years of experience practising as a therapeutic counsellor, following fifteen years working in mental health and learning disability roles prior to qualifying.

Is Margaret Wilde a registered therapist?

Yes. Margaret holds accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

In which languages does Margaret Wilde provide therapy?

Margaret provides therapy in English.

Where is Margaret Wilde located?

Margaret is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Margaret Wilde as my therapist?

You can work with Margaret through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Margaret Wilde work with international clients?

No. Margaret Wilde does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Margaret Wilde 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.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and it supports choosing actions that align with personal values. This approach can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships and sense of safety. It can be useful for clients working with attachment issues, relationship difficulties, abandonment or family of origin concerns.

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a respectful, non-directive relationship where the therapist listens deeply and follows the client’s lead, supporting self-discovery and self-acceptance. This approach suits people seeking a gentle, exploratory space to build self-esteem and clarity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Margaret works collaboratively with clients and with other registered professionals when appropriate to determine which methods match a person’s needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone allow face-to-face connection from home, while live chat and text-based messaging give options for shorter or more frequent exchanges. These formats make therapy more accessible and allow clients and therapists to find a rhythm that fits daily life.

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