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Avril Harding, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Avril is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Avril. View 12 reviews
Great news, Avril is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

Avril is a very compassionate and knowledgeable therapist. I'm looking forward to every session with her and can highly recommend her.

Reviewed December 2024

Avril is a good listener and solution-driven which are qualities I appreciate. She is also warm, understanding and attentive which is quite appreciative. She is good at what she does and makes you aware of what steps you could take in your therapy journey :).

Reviewed November 2024

More about Avril

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

I am credentialed in the UK with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression ADHD Addictions Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Codependency Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 400821 · Expires January 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Avril Harding

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

12 reviews

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Avril is a very compassionate and knowledgeable therapist. I'm looking forward to every session with her and can highly recommend her.

Reviewed December 2024

Avril is a good listener and solution-driven which are qualities I appreciate. She is also warm, understanding and attentive which is quite appreciative. She is good at what she does and makes you aware of what steps you could take in your therapy journey :).

Reviewed November 2024

I really enjoyed working with Avril. She is a compassionate and understanding therapist who creates a safe and supportive space. Her insights and guidance have been incredibly helpful in navigating some difficult times and I always felt heard and valued in our sessions. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist who truly cares and provides meaningful support.

Reviewed September 2024

Avril is a good and experienced therapist.

Reviewed September 2024

Avril is amazing, very understanding and helps me cope in a manor of ways, nothing is forced and it’s taken at my own pace. She is brilliant!

Reviewed July 2024

Avril is a very pleasant person who I find very helpful.

Reviewed July 2024

My experience has been great. Avril is amazing . She is a great listener, very professional, kind and compassionate. I feel very comfortable speaking to her, I highly recommend her.

Reviewed June 2024

I have only started working with Avril but the few sessions we’ve had have been great, very insightful. She has a very supportive and kind demeanour, which creates a great space to open up.

Reviewed May 2024

Very good and understanding about my situation

Reviewed May 2024

Avril has helped me so much, more than I would have expected. She listens to everything I have to say and always respects some silence if needed. Her advice has been amazing and genuinely life changing, her methods of coping really helps as I incorporated what we discussed into my life. Not only has she helped me deal with and understand my issues, she helped me understand myself on such a deeper level and led me on a whole new course of healing I didn't know I had access to Avril is always on time and replies quickly to messages, and if she is a little late, she always apologizes and makes up the time at the end of the session I felt really safe and cared for talking with Avril, I knew I could be as open and honest as I needed and it would be met with kindness, sincerity and honesty too I've had multiple therapists and therapy options before but Avril and Better help have been the best by far. Thank you so much for all your help Avril

Reviewed May 2024

Avril is very compassionate and understanding. She shares ideas and resources that are helpful and open ways for me that do not make me feel stuck or trapped.

Reviewed April 2024

Avril is very kind and supportive and offers insights that are helpful. She has provided me with worksheets to help me continue working at home on themes discussed during the therapy sessions.

Reviewed November 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Avril Harding offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Avril Harding works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Avril Harding speak?

Avril Harding speaks English.

How many years of experience does Avril Harding have?

Avril Harding has 6 years of experience.

Where is Avril Harding licensed to practice?

Avril Harding is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Avril Harding accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Avril Harding does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Avril Harding offer?

Avril Harding offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Avril Harding?

Avril Harding can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Avril Harding?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.