Megan FlanaganBACP, NCPS

Megan Flanagan uses a humanistic, client-centred approach to shape every therapy session. She focuses on building a trusting relationship first, then adapts the work to what each person needs. Megan notes that the client’s goals and effort are essential to progress. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). Megan has three years of practice experience and listens for what has changed in someone’s life. Many people she sees describe feeling disconnected from themselves after big life events. She has supported people who left abusive situations and those who have experienced postnatal depression. She also works with concerns such as low self-esteem, depression, parenting worries, and coping with life changes. Her sessions can include gentle trauma-focused work when needed. That work aims to help people feel safer with their memories and reactions and to develop steps that reduce distress. Megan also uses practical tools like psychoeducation and creative activities when they suit the person. Megan draws on her own experience of difficulty to remain warm and reassuring at first contact. She aims to make the first step easier by offering a calm, non-judgemental welcome. She sees people in the United Kingdom and works within the ethical frameworks of the BACP and NCPS. If someone is unsure whether this approach fits, Megan encourages a short conversation to match expectations and goals before booking.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and following the person’s agenda. It helps when someone needs a space to reconnect with their own feelings and choices. Trauma-Focused Therapy works with difficult memories and reactions, aiming to reduce distress and build coping steps that feel manageable.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Megan will work with the person to agree what feels most helpful based on their goals and pace. Together they can adapt methods or try different tools until something fits the client’s needs.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available 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 let people use different tools such as guided exercises or written materials between meetings. Registered or accredited professionals can tailor practical arrangements so sessions suit everyday life without promising a particular format.