- Goal focused
- Practical tools
- Empathic listening
About Muriel
Muriel Tafts is a counsellor with a Foundation Degree in Integrated Counselling and four years of post‑qualification practice. She uses a mix of person‑centred, cognitive behavioural and psychodynamic approaches to help people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain and life changes. Muriel also supports clients working through trauma and issues related to work and career.
She aims to make the first sessions straightforward, agreeing on counselling goals within the first three meetings and reviewing progress every four weeks. Muriel encourages curiosity about thoughts, feelings and behaviours so people can spot patterns that keep problems going. Practical suggestions and short experiments to try between sessions are offered when helpful.
Her background includes part‑time placements during training and focused study of conditions such as depression, addiction, dementia and neurodiversity. She is currently studying for an MSc in Workplace Health and Wellbeing to deepen understanding of workplace pressures and employee wellbeing.
Muriel creates a non‑judgemental space where people can talk about difficult feelings and past events. She works with questions of guilt, shame, abandonment and attachment, and supports those dealing with loneliness, midlife change and issues around money and finances. Sessions are conducted in English and she practises in the United Kingdom.
People who want clear goals and a mix of talking and practical work may find her style useful. Muriel describes change as a shared process and aims to provide steady support while people try new ways of thinking and coping.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client‑centred therapy focuses on listening and building understanding. The therapist follows the person’s pace, reflecting feelings and helping them feel heard so they can explore what matters most. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviours shape feelings and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Psychodynamic therapy pays attention to past relationships and unconscious patterns that influence current choices and emotions.Finding the right way of working is part of the process. Muriel will discuss different approaches with each person and agree a plan that fits their needs, goals and preferences. That plan may combine talking, practical tasks and regular reviews so the client can see whether the approach is helping.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing appointments from different places. It can also make shorter check‑ins or work‑time appointments simpler to schedule. The original profile does not specify which online formats are offered, so please confirm current session options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals often work this way to help people maintain consistency in their care while balancing everyday demands.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Muriel help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, career issues and coping with life changes. Additional areas include abandonment, money and financial issues, guilt and shame, and workplace difficulties.
What is her approach in sessions?
Sessions combine client‑centred listening, cognitive behavioural techniques and psychodynamic thinking. Expect a mix of talking, awareness work and practical exercises to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
Muriel has four years of post‑qualification experience plus two years of placement work during training, giving a total of six years part‑time practice across training and practice.
What credentials and region are recorded?
She holds a Foundation Degree in Integrated Counselling and is listed with BACP. She practices in the United Kingdom.
What languages and international availability apply?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are billed via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.