A safe, supportive space to heal, grow and reconnect with yourself

Welcome, I’m Karen. I’m a qualified and BACP-registered Therapeutic Counsellor -based in Potton, near Biggleswade, offering in-person and online counselling across the UK.

I believe counselling is not just about talking — it’s about the relationship we build together. A safe and supportive connection gives you the freedom to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at your own pace, without judgement.

Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or simply a sense that life feels overwhelming, I’m here to walk alongside you as you begin to understand yourself more deeply and reconnect with a sense of calm, confidence, and hope.

How Therapy can help

Counselling is not about fixing you — it’s about creating a safe space where you can be heard, understood, and supported. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling lost, disconnected, or overwhelmed, but find it becomes a place where they can:

Begin to process and make sense of past trauma
Feel calmer and more emotionally regulated
Reconnect with their body and inner resources
Improve self-esteem and develop self-compassion
Strengthen relationships and set healthier boundaries
Gain clarity and make choices that align with their values

Therapy is a space to pause, reflect, and begin to understand what’s really going on underneath.

Taking the first step can feel daunting — but it doesn’t have to be. I’m here to answer any questions you might have about therapy, how I work, or what to expect. There’s no pressure, no obligation — just a friendly, supportive space to explore whether counselling feels right for you.

Whether we meet in-person in Potton, near Biggleswade, or online from the comfort of your own home, my approach is gentle, collaborative and always guided by you. You are the expert in your own life, and together we can explore what you need in order to move forward with hope and clarity.

Feel free to reach out by phone, text, or email. I look forward to hearing from you.

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About me

I am a qualified, insured Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors & Psychotherapists (BACP).

I hold a Level 5 Diploma in Somatic informed Trauma Therapy.

I am committed to personal and professional development and attend regular ongoing Continued Professional Development Training.

Below are some of the issues I can help with

I have worked with clients who have experienced Emotional Abuse, Anger, Anxiety, ADHD, Bereavement, Depression, Domestic Violence, Low Self Esteem, PTSD, Complex PTSD, Relationship Issues, Self Harm, Sexual abuse, Stress, Suicidal Feelings, Trauma.

Initial Session

When you first make contact we will arrange an appointment for a initial session where we will look at your personal situation for seeking counselling. This will enable you to feel whether counselling can help and whether you feel I am the right counsellor for you. There is no obligation to attend further sessions.

My Approach

I am a Somatic-Informed Trauma Counsellor, which means I work with both the mind and body.

Trauma affects more than just the mind — it deeply impacts the body too.
It's not only about what happened to you, but also about what happened inside of you as a result. And trauma isn’t always caused by a specific event — it can also come from what you didn’t receive growing up: the emotional attunement, safety, support, or love that every child needs to thrive.

When those needs go unmet, we may adapt in ways that help us survive but later leave us feeling anxious, disconnected, or unworthy. We might struggle with boundaries, trust, emotional regulation, or feeling “at home” in our own bodies.

In response to trauma — whether obvious or subtle — the body can hold onto stress, tension, and unprocessed emotion. Over time, this can lead to chronic anxiety, burnout, or even physical symptoms.

Through therapy, we gently explore these responses and begin the process of reconnecting with your body and emotions. This mind-body integration helps to regulate the nervous system, restore a sense of internal safety, and build the foundations for healing and growth.

It’s a process of coming home to yourself — feeling grounded, empowered, and alive again.

At the heart of my practice is a person-centred philosophy. This means that our sessions are guided by you — because you are the expert in your own life. Nobody else can truly know what it is like to be you, and I respect and honour that.

I also draw on psychodynamic principles, which involve exploring how our early relationships and past experiences shape the way we think, feel, and behave in the present. By making sense of these patterns, we can begin to understand how they influence our current relationships and discover new, healthier ways of relating to ourselves and others.

My work often supports people experiencing anxiety, stress, and depression by helping them recognise patterns of behaviour, identify triggers, and gain insight into their ways of coping and connecting.

Beginning counselling can feel daunting, but it is often the first step towards positive and lasting change. If you would like to find out more about how we might work together, please feel free to contact me by phone, text, or email.

"We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know"