Belly Harding , BACP

Belly Harding is a counsellor who blends human-centred and evidence-informed approaches. She holds a Master of Science in Psychology and is a doctorate candidate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy. Belly aims to help people reduce suffering, feel more fulfilled and make clearer sense of their relationships and choices.

Belly uses a mix of Existential, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic ideas to suit each person. Sessions are conducted with an open, non-judgemental attitude and an emphasis on honest reflection. She encourages people to notice patterns, try different ways of thinking, and build more helpful habits.

She has seven years of clinical experience working with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, and addiction. Her background also includes work with domestic violence, divorce and grief, and she offers Christian counselling when that is helpful to the person.

Belly speaks English and French and is based in the United Kingdom. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP. That membership is noted here as part of her professional information.

In sessions Belly focuses on practical steps alongside deeper exploration. Conversations often cover past relationships and current stresses, and include exercises to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. The aim is steady progress towards more authentic living and stronger coping skills.

How Belly's approaches work online

Attachment-based ideas help look at how early relationships shape current reactions and bonds, and can be useful for people dealing with jealousy, trust or closeness problems. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing and changing thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going, which can help with anxiety, low mood and unhelpful relationship patterns. Existential therapy invites people to reflect on meaning, choice and values when facing life changes and grief.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, and together they will try different ways of working to find the best fit. That collaborative process means approaches can be adapted as needs change.

Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the biography does not list them. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit into busy days, reduce travel time and make it easier to join from different locations. Online sessions also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and make it possible to continue therapy while relocating or travelling. Registered and accredited professionals can use a range of methods to suit practical needs, and the therapist will talk through which options will work best for the client.