Emma Longhurst

Emma Longhurst

Primary Specialty
Consultant Psychotherapist

Qualifications
BA (Hons) | PGDip | MSc | Cert. NFTC | MBACP

Location: Aberdeen

Professional Profile and Experience

Emma Longhurst is a fully qualified psychotherapist in Aberdeen, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). With a Master’s degree in Person-Centred Psychotherapy and specialist training in Narrative-Focused Complex Trauma care, Emma offers compassionate, client-centred therapy in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

 

Drawing on over 600 hours of clinical experience, Emma supports individuals dealing with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. Her integrated therapeutic approach is grounded in the core conditions of empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard, creating a supportive space where clients feel truly heard and understood.

Consultant Psychotherapist Expertise:

Emma provides therapy for a broad range of concerns, including:

  • Complex Trauma & PTSD

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Bereavement & Grief

  • Relationship Difficulties

  • Low Self-Esteem & Self-Worth

  • Abuse & Domestic Violence

  • Self-Harm & Suicidal Ideation

  • Eating Disorders & OCD

  • Stress & Anger Management

Emma Longhurst brings a wealth of professional experience to her psychotherapy practice, having worked in both private and organisational settings. She currently provides one-to-one therapy through her private practice, supporting clients with a wide range of mental health challenges. Previously, as a Psychotherapist in Aberdeen, she provided student-focused counselling at The Bounds Counselling Centre at the University of Aberdeen. With a background in social care, youth work, and criminal justice, Emma has a deep understanding of the diverse factors that shape emotional wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approach:

Emma as a psychotherapist in Aberdeen, works primarily with a person-centred framework, integrating narrative-focused trauma therapy to explore clients’ life stories and experiences. This approach is especially effective for those healing from complex trauma, including childhood abuse, loss, or institutional harm.

 

She is committed to continual professional development and regularly attends specialised training to enhance her practice. Recent CPD highlights include training in domestic abuse response, child safeguarding, complex grief, and creative trauma work.

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