Karen Bell, BACP

Karen Bell is a UK-based counsellor with 18 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties and a wide range of life challenges. She works from a person-centred perspective - often called Rogerian therapy - which places the client’s feelings and priorities at the centre of each session and creates a nonjudgmental space for exploration. Karen is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

Her clinical background includes roles in a GP surgery, work as a trauma counsellor with Someone Cares supporting people who have experienced suicidal feelings, self-harm and child sexual abuse, and service as an Occupational Health Counsellor for Northumbria Police specialising in trauma and employee assistance programmes. These roles have informed her practice and given her extensive experience with depression, bereavement, addictions, workplace stress, relationship problems and other losses.

Karen welcomes people regardless of gender, sexuality, culture or religion and works with those who have protected characteristics, people on the autism spectrum and those with ADHD. She is experienced in helping people affected by narcissistic abuse and gaslighting and encourages clients to share their needs, wants and special interests so therapy can be tailored to them. Counselling is offered via video, phone and live chat, and Karen aims to build an open, supportive relationship where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgement.

Please note this is not an emergency service. If a session cannot wait, contact the Samaritans on 116 123 or emergency services on 999 in the UK or go to A&E.