Fran Berger-North , BACP

Fran Berger-North is a fully qualified therapist based in the United Kingdom and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. She has four years of experience working both within a charitable setting and in her own private practice, supporting people through a range of life challenges.

Fran specialises in Transactional Analysis, a humanistic therapeutic approach that helps people explore recurring patterns in their thoughts, feelings, and relationships. This work aims to increase self-understanding and empower clients to make changes that lead to more satisfying connections and a greater sense of wellbeing. She supports people with stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and issues related to self-esteem and personal growth.

Her practice is collaborative and respectful of each person’s expertise in their own life. Fran helps clients examine past experiences, identify patterns that no longer serve them, and translate insight into practical steps for change. Through focused conversations and tailored support, she works to help clients build healthier relationships, strengthen confidence, and develop clearer direction for the future.

Taking the first step can feel challenging, and Fran aims to offer a compassionate, empowering space for anyone seeking healing, growth, or greater peace with themselves.

Approaches that guide online therapy and practical access

Fran uses Transactional Analysis to help clients identify the recurring roles, beliefs, and interaction patterns that shape their relationships and sense of self. This humanistic approach supports exploration of how past experiences inform present behaviour and helps people develop clearer, healthier ways of relating to others.

Alongside Transactional Analysis, Fran employs evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical strategies for managing difficult thoughts and emotions and improving everyday functioning. These techniques aim to provide tools clients can use between sessions to reduce distress and build resilience.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Fran works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what is helping and adapt the approach as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Fran is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy around work, family, and daily life. These options make it easier to access consistent, ongoing support from licensed professionals and help people maintain progress even when meeting in person is not possible.