Natasha Kelly, BACP

Natasha Kelly trained initially as a primary school teacher before retraining as a counsellor, bringing a practical, empathetic approach to her work. She has three years of experience and has written about mental health for a range of websites, combining writing and practice to stay engaged with current thinking and public conversation around wellbeing. Natasha has worked in diverse settings including the NHS, charity organisations, and private practice, which informs a flexible approach to different needs and life circumstances. She is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her professional registration and commitment to recognised practice standards.

Naturally drawn to supporting people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions, Natasha also works with clients on issues such as addiction, grief, sleep concerns, career and coaching matters, and ADHD. Her additional focus areas include blended family challenges, caregiver stress, codependency, communication problems, feelings of emptiness, isolation and loneliness, and midlife concerns. Natasha blends evidence-informed methods with a client-led stance to tailor work to each person’s priorities and circumstances, offering accessible support for individuals and couples seeking practical coping strategies and deeper emotional understanding.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Natasha commonly works with Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client leads the pace and goals of the work, making it useful for issues like self-esteem, grief, and life transitions. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours, offering practical strategies for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and build resilience, which can support stress management and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Natasha collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she may combine elements from different approaches as appropriate. This collaborative stance helps tailor the work to what matters most to the client.

Online therapy allows sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and for people who live at a distance. Registered professionals and therapists can deliver effective support through these formats, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access help from the comfort of familiar surroundings.