Kimberly Bennett, BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #388236

Thinking about reaching out for support takes courage. Starting therapy can feel daunting, whether you're overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. But taking this step today can be an important part of the change you're hoping for-and now you don't have to do it alone.

My focus in therapy is on you: on creating a warm, trusting, and non-judgmental space where you can safely explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. I believe that being heard, accepted, and understood can have a powerful impact on emotional well-being and the ability to move forward.

What to expect when working with me

I will bring kindness, and respect into each session, and I will tailor our work to reflect your unique needs and goals by tapping into he different modalities from my training and match the right approaches to your needs. I see each client as a whole person and I will work in partnership with you with compassion and also collaboratively.

We will have reviews at certain stages of our work together where we can openly assess your progress and and make any adapted approaches if necessary. Life is fluid and life events can happen at any time, if this affects you we can adapt our work to ensure you are fully supported.

I'm a qualified Integrated Therapeutic Counsellor and a Registered Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), meaning I work ethically and am committed to providing a high-quality, professional service. I'm also trained in delivering therapy online and by phone. I am a qualified and experienced counsellor in the UK with 20 years of professional counselling experience.

I am experienced in working with clients with stress and anxiety and I work with a national UK based charity, supporting clients with all aspects of anxiety. I am trained and experienced in supporting clients with many types of relationship issues and can help clients to identify the triggers that will happen in all relationships and how to navigate those triggers and communicate more effectively more effectively and navigate conflict.

I have a real passion for helping clients with all types of relationship challenges and finding resolutions for the many difficulties that are not unusual in navigating the path of relationships. If you are finding it difficult to find a partner, struggling with navigating the dating world on line then it can be helpful to seek support in therapy. Exploring what you are looking for in a relationship and how to find a suitable partner in todays world can be helpful for some clients.

I am qualified to work with clients to cope with grief and loss and have worked in a Hospice in this role for the last 2 years. I can support clients with Neurodivergence and I am able to provide a safe and supportive environment devised to help navigate the challenges that can often be faced whether these needs have been formally identified or not.

I have recently qualified with a Diploma in Autism which uses a a person-centred approach to support Individuals with Neuro divergence, in communication and social interaction, sensory processing, perception, and cognition. Supporting positive behaviour to help individuals to live healthy and fulfilled lives, gain new skills and strategies to support day-to-day life.

I can help my clients with motivation, self esteem, and confidence, as a coach therapist, I am able to help clients with a variety challenges that life events can create. You may be experiencing challenges at work, that may feel overwhelming, you may feel you are losing your confidence or simply ready for a career change. I can offer you the support that will help you to identify what will ultimately, be the right decison for you. Supporting you to understand what is causing you to feel this way and new tools to think and manage things differently.

I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and I use my skills in Integrated Therapy to match the right type of therapy to a clients specific needs.

Over the past 3 years on the Better Help Platform, I have supported people through a wide range of issues, including anxiety, low mood, stress, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, trauma, childhood abuse, addiction, grief, and significant life changes.

My particular focus is on supporting clients through difficult times of their life, times when life feels confusing, when you feel unsure of yourself and need to make changes or difficult decisions. I offer support for those impacted by trauma, adverse childhood experiences, relationship issues, bereavement, challenges with careers, challenges in managing neuro divergence with or without a formal identification and many other overwhelming life events.

I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and I use my skills in Integrated Therapy to match the right type of therapy to a clients specific needs. I believe it takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. and I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I look forward to starting that journey with you.

Kind regards
Kim