Emma Tait
UK integrative psychotherapist for trauma and relationships
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About
Emma Tait is a UK-based psychotherapist with over 13 years of clinical practice and a nine-year span of formal training that includes two postgraduate diplomas and a Master of Arts in psychotherapy. She combines extensive academic preparation with long-term hands-on experience to offer thoughtful, skilled support to individuals and families.
Working as an integrative psychotherapist, Emma blends psychodynamic, person-centred, cognitive behavioural, and family systemic approaches so that therapy is tailored to each person’s needs. She completed systemic training at the Tavistock Centre in London and also has knowledge of Transactional Analysis, solution-focused methods, and coaching styles. Emma is eligible for ICF ACC accreditation, reflecting additional coach-training pathways she has pursued.
Her clinical experience covers a broad range of difficulties including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, abuse, and intergenerational patterns of family trauma. Emma applies systemic family approaches when addressing relationship dynamics and has supported people facing workplace bullying and related forms of abuse.
Emma’s background also includes leadership and NHS roles. She served as the mental health lead for a cross-county counselling service in the UK supporting families and parents managing mental health challenges, and she has worked as a staff counsellor within the NHS and in a secondary mental health hospital.
She approaches each person as unique, offering attentive, non-judgmental listening and working in accordance with the ethical standards of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Emma is committed to ongoing personal and professional development and aims to provide compassionate, sensitive support. She welcomes questions and is available to discuss any aspects of her practice with prospective clients.
Working as an integrative psychotherapist, Emma blends psychodynamic, person-centred, cognitive behavioural, and family systemic approaches so that therapy is tailored to each person’s needs. She completed systemic training at the Tavistock Centre in London and also has knowledge of Transactional Analysis, solution-focused methods, and coaching styles. Emma is eligible for ICF ACC accreditation, reflecting additional coach-training pathways she has pursued.
Her clinical experience covers a broad range of difficulties including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, abuse, and intergenerational patterns of family trauma. Emma applies systemic family approaches when addressing relationship dynamics and has supported people facing workplace bullying and related forms of abuse.
Emma’s background also includes leadership and NHS roles. She served as the mental health lead for a cross-county counselling service in the UK supporting families and parents managing mental health challenges, and she has worked as a staff counsellor within the NHS and in a secondary mental health hospital.
She approaches each person as unique, offering attentive, non-judgmental listening and working in accordance with the ethical standards of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Emma is committed to ongoing personal and professional development and aims to provide compassionate, sensitive support. She welcomes questions and is available to discuss any aspects of her practice with prospective clients.
- Location:
- United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Years Experience:
- 13
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Visually impaired, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: BACP
- NPI Number:
- License: BACP
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How much experience does Emma Tait have?
Emma Tait has 13 years of clinical experience.
Is Emma Tait a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and works in accordance with its ethical guidelines.
In which languages does Emma Tait provide therapy?
Emma provides therapy in English.
Where is Emma Tait located?
Emma is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Emma Tait as my therapist?
Prospective clients can work with Emma through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Emma Tait work with international clients?
Yes. Emma works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Emma Tait cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and Emma’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
To begin working with Emma Tait, click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.