Charlotte Yau, BACP
Support for cultural identity and life changes
- Cross-cultural transitions
- Anxiety and grief
- Online and international
About Charlotte Yau
Charlotte Yau offers therapy to people navigating life between cultures or identities, including those who have migrated recently, grew up between cultural worlds, or are struggling in a caring role. She recognises how disconnection, a lack of belonging, or unspoken grief tied to identity, language, or family expectations can shape daily life and relationships. Many of her clients seek a space where their full complexity is welcomed and where culture does not have to be explained or defended. In therapy with her, individuals can reflect on their journeys, process difficult memories, and work toward rebuilding a sense of identity and stability in a new place.
Her approach aims to help people reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and regain balance. Charlotte provides a warm, compassionate environment in which people from diverse backgrounds can explore their experiences, identities, grief, and challenges in ways that respect cultural values and personal narratives. She brings compassion, hope, and attentive care to work with anxiety, stress, low mood, identity struggles, and related concerns. Charlotte is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which denotes professional membership in the UK. Her availability is Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Her approach aims to help people reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and regain balance. Charlotte provides a warm, compassionate environment in which people from diverse backgrounds can explore their experiences, identities, grief, and challenges in ways that respect cultural values and personal narratives. She brings compassion, hope, and attentive care to work with anxiety, stress, low mood, identity struggles, and related concerns. Charlotte is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which denotes professional membership in the UK. Her availability is Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Charlotte Yau have?
Charlotte Yau has five years of experience.
Is Charlotte Yau a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. License details were not provided.
In which languages does Charlotte Yau provide therapy?
Charlotte provides therapy in English.
Where is Charlotte Yau located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Charlotte Yau as my therapist?
Clients can work with Charlotte through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Charlotte Yau work with international clients?
Yes, Charlotte works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Charlotte Yau cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online support and cultural transition
Charlotte draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and supports living in line with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, grief, and identity-related distress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathic relationship where the person leads the pace and focus of sessions, making it well suited to exploring cultural identity and personal narratives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, offering practical strategies for stress, low mood, and anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Charlotte works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as the relationship and work progress. This collaborative stance supports tailored, meaningful change.
Online therapy with Charlotte is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support across locations and life situations while keeping therapy practical and adaptable to everyday routines.