May Pope, NCPS
- Trauma and C/PTSD
- ADHD and Autism
- Family and relationships
About May Pope
Her practice is grounded in person centred counselling, supplemented by evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy when appropriate. May has undertaken multiple CPD trainings in trauma and complex PTSD to deepen her trauma work and supports clients coping with family estrangement, relationship breakdowns and the impacts of neurodiversity. She is also completing a Masters degree that focuses on autism spectrum differences in women and the effects of family estrangement.
May has experience working with psychosis, addiction including alcoholism, and personality presentations such as borderline personality traits and bipolar disorder. She does not work with eating disorders or with children at this time. She holds NCPS, a professional counselling registration that reflects recognised standing with a counselling body.
May offers flexibility in session frequency, meeting with clients weekly or fortnightly and sometimes moving to monthly check-ins to support a gradual ending. She provides both short-term and longer-term therapeutic options, tailoring the approach and pace to each person’s needs and goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does May Pope have?
May Pope has three years of clinical experience working with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma, family concerns, depression and neurodiversity.
Is May Pope a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds NCPS, a counselling registration that indicates professional standing with a recognised counselling body.
In which languages does May Pope provide therapy?
May Pope provides therapy in English.
Where is May Pope located?
May Pope is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with May Pope as my therapist?
Therapy sessions can be offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Please note that May is not currently accepting new clients, so these options are described as the ways she typically works when taking clients.
Does May Pope work with international clients?
Yes, May Pope works with international clients, though she is not currently accepting new clients at this time.
How much does therapy with May Pope cost?
Costs 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 straightforward: click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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. Please be aware that May is not currently accepting new clients, so availability may be limited.
Evidence-based approaches for online therapy and trauma support
May integrates person centred counselling and cognitive behavioural techniques to meet a range of needs. Person centred counselling focuses on empathic listening and building a trusting therapeutic relationship so clients can explore feelings, improve self-understanding and strengthen relationships with others. Cognitive behavioural techniques help identify and gently challenge unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns, which can reduce anxiety, manage stress and support mood regulation.
She also draws on trauma-informed methods to support people affected by single-incident trauma and complex or prolonged stress, offering paced, stabilising work that attends to safety, symptoms and coping strategies. These approaches can be helpful for those facing trauma, family estrangement, or persistent anxiety and depression.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapeutic process. May works collaboratively with clients to identify goals, test what helps, and adjust the approach according to each person’s needs, preferences and life circumstances.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer practical flexibility, allowing clients to access therapy from home, work or other locations. This variety of formats makes it easier to fit therapy around daily commitments and supports continuity of care for people living in different places, including international clients.