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

Welcome, I'm Karen

I am an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor and Somatic Trauma-Informed Therapist based in Potton, Bedfordshire, offering counselling for anxiety, trauma, complex PTSD, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences.

I offer both in-person counselling in Potton and online counselling for clients across Bedfordshire and the UK.

You may be feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, or constantly on edge, even if you cannot fully explain why. Perhaps you find yourself overthinking conversations, doubting yourself, struggling in relationships, or feeling emotionally exhausted from trying to hold everything together.

You may notice patterns such as people-pleasing, shutting down emotionally, difficulty trusting others, or feeling disconnected from yourself in ways that are hard to put into words.

For many people, these responses develop through earlier experiences where they learned to adapt, stay emotionally guarded, or put others’ needs before their own in order to feel safe, accepted, or loved. Over time, this can affect self-esteem, relationships, anxiety levels, and sense of self.

If this resonates with you, you are not alone.

I offer a calm, steady, and supportive space where you do not need to have the right words or everything figured out before starting therapy. We will work at a pace that feels manageable for you, exploring whatever feels most important without pressure or judgement.

Together, we can begin to understand how your past experiences may still be shaping the way you feel, respond, and relate today. As this understanding deepens, many people begin to feel more emotionally grounded, more connected to themselves, and better able to navigate difficult thoughts, emotions, and relationships.

Choosing a counsellor is a deeply personal decision. You may already know you are struggling, or you may simply feel that something in your life does not feel quite right. Whatever has brought you here, you do not have to face it alone.

If you feel ready, you are very welcome to get in touch and we can explore how I might support you.

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You May Be Experiencing Anxiety, Trauma or Emotional Overwhelm

Feeling anxious, on edge, or unable to fully relax
Overthinking or finding it hard to switch your mind off
Struggling with self-doubt or feeling “not good enough”
Finding relationships difficult or repeating the same patterns
Feeling unsure of yourself or lacking confidence
Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe in relationships
People-pleasing or finding it hard to set boundaries
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed, or at times shut down or numb
A sense of feeling disconnected from yourself
Carrying the effects of difficult or painful childhood experiences
Grief, loss, or feeling emotionally stuck

I offer a calm, supportive space where we can gently explore whatever you’re experiencing, at a pace that feels right for you.

About me

I am a BACP Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Accred).

I hold a CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Somatic Trauma Therapy and am committed to ongoing professional and personal development through regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training and clinical supervision.

My Approach to Counselling

I am trained as an integrative counsellor, which means I draw from different therapeutic approaches to suit you as an individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all model.

My work is trauma-informed and combines person-centred therapy, psychodynamic understanding, and somatic approaches.

At the heart of my practice is a person-centred approach. This means our sessions are led by you. You are the expert in your own life, and therapy provides a space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and patterns with curiosity and compassion rather than judgement.

We may also explore how earlier life experiences and relationships may still be influencing how you feel and relate today. This is not about blame, but about helping patterns make sense in a way that feels relieving and empowering.

Alongside talking therapy, my somatic trauma-informed training helps clients understand how anxiety, stress, and trauma can affect the nervous system as well as the mind. You may notice feeling constantly alert, emotionally overwhelmed, shut down, or disconnected without fully understanding why.

Together, we build awareness of these responses so your nervous system can begin to feel safer and more regulated over time. As this happens, many people begin to feel calmer, more grounded, more connected to themselves, and better able to understand their emotional experiences.

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Fees

I offer face-to-face counselling in Potton, online video sessions, and telephone counselling.

£50 per 50-minute session

Sessions are usually held weekly or fortnightly at the same time each week where possible, providing consistency and support in the therapeutic process.

Payment is required 24 hours in advance by bank transfer.

If you have any questions about counselling, fees, or availability, you are welcome to get in touch.

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Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, especially if you are used to managing things on your own or are unsure where to begin.

Many people contact me feeling uncertain about whether counselling is right for them. An initial session gives us the opportunity to explore what is going on for you and whether working together feels like a good fit.

You do not need to have everything figured out before making contact. Simply noticing that something does not feel right is enough.

I offer counselling from my practice in Potton and welcome clients from Biggleswade, Sandy, Bedford and surrounding areas of Bedfordshire. Online counselling is also available across the UK.

You can contact me by phone, email, or through the contact form, and I will get back to you as soon as I can.