Martha Ash, BACP

Martha Ash is a BACP counsellor who helps people make sense of overwhelming feelings and life changes. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strains, addictions, depression and issues around self‑esteem. Her manner is warm and grounded, and she aims to create a space where clients can speak openly without judgement.

She uses a person-centred way of working that focuses on honesty, empathy and a genuine human connection. That approach shapes how she listens and responds in sessions, rather than relying on quick fixes. Martha also draws on her background in psychology along with practical techniques she finds helpful for day-to-day coping.

Clients can expect a calm, straightforward style that balances exploration with practical steps. Sessions often involve talking through recent events, noticing patterns of thought and behaviour, and trying small adjustments that can feel manageable between meetings. The goal is clearer thinking and more choice in how to respond to stressors.

Martha has three years of professional experience and practises in the United Kingdom. She is registered with BACP, which is listed as her credential. She offers support for specific topics such as parenting, chronic pain and illness, adoption and foster care matters, body image and attachment issues.

She is open about the importance of finding the right fit. If the therapeutic relationship feels right, she will work collaboratively with each person to set aims and review progress along the way.

How person-centred practice adapts to online work

Person-centred therapy focuses on empathy, acceptance and an honest relationship. In this approach the therapist listens deeply, reflects what they hear, and helps people find their own answers. It is well suited to issues like anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and grief where feeling understood helps shift perspective.

Martha also uses elements from her psychology background to offer practical ways to cope between meetings. These might include simple grounding exercises, noticing unhelpful thought patterns, or small behavioural steps to reduce stress. Those practical ideas are used alongside a supportive, non-judgemental conversation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Martha will talk with each person about what they hope to get from therapy and tailor sessions to their needs and preferences. Together they decide what to focus on and how progress will be checked over time.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support steady work on long-term issues while balancing home and commitments.