Harriet Frank, BACP

Harriet Frank is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem and depression. She works with carers and others dealing with the pressures of daily life. Harriet uses a person-centred approach and aims to give a calm, non-judgemental space to talk things through.

Her way of working focuses on listening first. She encourages people to set the pace and bring what matters to them. Sessions are intended as a place to make sense of emotions, talk about difficult decisions, and practise new ways of coping.

Harriet holds BACP, which means she is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She has three years' experience and draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations. She keeps explanations plain and actionable so people can try small changes between meetings.

Topics she commonly helps with include eating concerns, body image, attachment issues, isolation and social anxiety. She also supports people managing chronic pain, illness or disability, and those dealing with guilt, grief or separation. Young adult issues and caregiver stress are part of her focus.

People who choose Harriet can expect a steady, empathetic presence and practical attention to everyday problems. To begin, readers should check the session options and booking details before scheduling to make sure they match their needs.

How therapeutic approaches and online work fit together

Harriet uses a person-centred way of working that focuses on listening and following the client’s pace. This means sessions aim to let people lead the conversation while the counsellor reflects and clarifies what matters most. It can help when someone needs space to feel heard and to make sense of emotions.

She also draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to offer practical tools. These techniques are about identifying unhelpful patterns and trying small changes in thinking and behaviour. They can be useful for issues like anxiety, low mood, body image worries and stress related to caring responsibilities.

Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist will discuss options with the person and adjust methods based on their needs, goals and preferences. Finding the best fit is treated as part of the work together rather than a fixed decision at the start.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow check-ins that suit a workday or caregiving schedule. They also let people choose whether to have a longer conversation or a shorter check-in depending on how much time they have.