Cherrelle Goddard , BACP

Cherrelle Goddard is an integrative child and adolescent counsellor based in the United Kingdom with nine years of clinical experience. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy credential - and combines a range of therapeutic models to meet each young person where they are. Her practice draws on systemic thinking, person-centred principles, cognitive behavioural techniques and psychodynamic ideas so that therapy can be shaped around individual needs and circumstances.

Cherrelle has worked with a wide spectrum of concerns including stress, anxiety, emotional regulation, self-esteem and confidence, and she supports many young people who have experienced trauma and all forms of abuse. She approaches therapy with curiosity, creativity and a relational stance, treating clients with compassion, sensitivity and respect while developing a tailored plan to help them move forward. Cherrelle believes young people are the experts in their own stories and that their strengths are central to recovery.

In addition to her counselling credentials, Cherrelle is a qualified social worker registered with the Social Work England governing body. She has experience supporting young people and families involved with social care and holds extensive knowledge in safeguarding matters, including child protection, children in care and reunification. Cherrelle welcomes those ready to seek support and aims to empower young people on the path to positive change.

Evidence-based approaches for online support

Cherrelle frequently uses cognitive behavioural techniques to help young people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, stress and low mood. These techniques focus on changing thoughts and behaviours to improve everyday functioning.

She also draws on person-centred principles that prioritise the young person’s perspective, building a collaborative, empathetic relationship that supports self-understanding and confidence. This approach is useful when working on self-esteem, emotional regulation and identity-related concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and will be tailored collaboratively. Cherrelle works with clients to explore which methods align with their needs, goals and preferences and adjusts the plan as therapy progresses so the work remains relevant and helpful.

Online therapy with Cherrelle is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from wherever clients are, while allowing sessions to fit around school, work and family commitments.