Murray Harvey, BACP

Murray Harvey trained in counselling at university and went on to complete a masters in psychology, combining academic study with practical skills development. He is a registered member of the BACP, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom, and holds adult and child DBS checks as well as full professional insurance. He brings three years of clinical experience and places ethics, transparency, and client safety at the forefront of his practice.

Murray draws on his own experiences of panic attacks, anxiety, depression, addiction and suicidal thinking to empathise with clients who are struggling. He reports that he believes he has ADHD and is actively working on that personally, which informs his understanding of neurodiversity and lived experience in therapy. That personal insight supports a humane and relatable approach when addressing difficult emotions and life challenges.

Trained pluralistically, Murray adapts techniques to suit each person rather than offering a one-size-fits-all method. He describes his work as pragmatic and client-led - working collaboratively to provide what a client wants or needs from their sessions. He is a general psychotherapist who is comfortable working with many psychological presentations and has specific strengths supporting anxiety-based problems and male clients, while remaining open to discussing suitability for other concerns.

Known for being honest, straightforward and engaged, Murray values ongoing learning and ethical practice. Outside of work he enjoys music, walking his dog and studying human behaviour, and he welcomes contact from anyone who wants to explore whether they can work together.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current ways of relating, helping people explore patterns in close relationships and the emotional needs that drive those patterns. It is useful for clients dealing with attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance and collaboration, giving clients space to lead sessions while the therapist reflects and supports their self-discovery; it works well for those seeking a non-directive, supportive environment to build self-esteem and cope with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be effective for stress, anxiety, and mood-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Murray will work collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques as the work progresses and involving the client in those decisions. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend approaches to tailor care to the individual.

Online therapy makes those approaches accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for busy schedules, allow ongoing support during life transitions, and enable people to connect from different locations while working with a therapist who adapts methods to suit remote formats.