May Brown, BACP

May Brown is a fully qualified therapist who brings eight years of clinical practice to her work supporting people through anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns and the impact of discrimination and identity struggles. She currently practices as a Humanistic Therapist in a private acute mental health hospital, where she facilitates both one-to-one and group sessions and works alongside colleagues to support people in crisis and in longer-term recovery.

Her approach emphasizes understanding repeated life patterns and how early relationships and current circumstances shape emotional responses and behaviour. May offers therapeutic support for relationship and family issues, coping with life transitions, and for those who are caring for a loved one with mental health needs. She frames therapy as part of a wider self-care routine that can be used proactively rather than only in moments of crisis.

May provides accessible options for people who are new to therapy or who cannot attend in-person appointments. She practices under the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her commitment to professional standards and ongoing development. May created May B Therapy to make therapeutic support approachable and relevant for a diverse range of life challenges and goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

May Brown combines several evidence-informed approaches to tailor therapy to each person she meets. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape expectations and patterns in current relationships and can help with trust, intimacy and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the client’s own experience and pace, offering a respectful, non-judgemental space that is useful for building self-esteem and exploring life purpose. Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT - focuses on practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness and coping with stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. May works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the work as progress is made. This cooperative way of working helps people feel understood and involved in planning their sessions.

Online therapy with May is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into busy lives. These options make it easier to access regular support from home or work, reduce travel time, and allow people to choose the format that helps them engage most effectively with therapy.