Emily Wilks, BACP

Emily uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that draw on understanding present thoughts and feelings and how early relationships shape current patterns. One approach focuses on exploring past relationships and attachment patterns to make sense of recurring difficulties like abandonment fears or codependency. This helps people notice habits and make different choices in relationships.

Another common strand emphasises here-and-now work with feelings and behaviours, supporting people to manage anxiety, stress and self-esteem issues through clearer awareness and practical steps. That can include small experiments between sessions to test new ways of relating or coping.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences and pace. Decisions about techniques are made together and can be adjusted as therapy progresses.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for more conversational work and reading non-verbal cues, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit shorter reflections, ongoing check-ins, or people who prefer writing their thoughts. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, family and daily life.