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May Pope

May Pope, NCPS

United Kingdom 3 years in practice

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Counsellor - Stress and Trauma

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  • Person centred counselling
  • Cognitive behavioural techniques
  • Support for ADHD

About May

May Pope is a counsellor (NCPS) based in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, family issues, trauma and abuse, depression and ADHD, and works in English. May uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a person-centred stance informed by other approaches where helpful.

She offers weekly and fortnightly sessions, and some people move to monthly check-ins later on. Sessions can be short-term or long-term depending on need. The service uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; costs vary with location.

In sessions she starts by listening to what is causing distress and then works collaboratively to set manageable goals. She draws on person-centred counselling and integrates other methods such as cognitive behavioural techniques when they suit the situation. Practical coping strategies and clearer communication are common early aims.

May has worked with people affected by psychosis, addiction, personality difficulties and bipolar, and has focused study on autism spectrum conditions and family estrangement. She has also undertaken additional training related to trauma and complex post-traumatic stress.

People typically come for support with attachment concerns, caregiver stress, communication problems, guilt and shame, sexuality or women’s issues. International clients are accepted. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled via the platform button.

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How her approaches translate to online counselling

Person-centred counselling focuses on listening and building a working relationship. The counsellor follows the person’s lead, reflects what is said and helps clarify thoughts and feelings. This approach is useful when someone needs to be heard and to build trust before trying specific techniques.

Cognitive behavioural techniques look at patterns of thought and behaviour and introduce practical experiments or exercises. They help with symptoms such as anxiety, low mood and stress by teaching skills to challenge unhelpful thinking and to try different actions in daily life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will check goals, preferences and what has worked before, then suggest methods to try. Clients and the counsellor review progress together and adjust the plan when needed.

Practical benefits of remote counselling can include fitting sessions into work or family schedules and reducing travel time. Phone or video sessions may be more convenient for a shorter check-in or when being on camera is difficult. The biography does not list specific remote formats, so confirm which session types are offered before booking. Registered or accredited professionals can use online work to make therapy easier to fit into everyday life.

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Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, family issues, trauma and abuse, depression and ADHD. Additional focus areas include attachment, caregiver stress, communication difficulties, guilt and shame, sexuality and women’s issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses person-centred counselling and draws on evidence-based techniques such as CBT when helpful. Sessions emphasise listening, collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor. Her recent study and continuing professional development have a strong focus on trauma and autism spectrum topics.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is listed with NCPS and practises from the United Kingdom. The NCPS credential is presented as provided.

Which languages are supported and can she work with international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She does accept international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify exact session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing should be confirmed on the platform.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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