Karen Robson , BACP

Karen Robson is a BACP-registered therapist who qualified as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in 2010 and brings 13 years of professional experience to her work. She is a registered member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has worked across a range of settings with clients presenting diverse concerns including anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and bereavement, trauma and PTSD, relationship and family issues, neurodiversity, stress, suicidal ideation and work-related difficulties.

Her practice is integrative and client-led, drawing on a variety of skills, techniques and therapeutic modalities to suit each individual’s needs. She has experience supporting people from childhood through to adulthood and adapts her approach when creativity or different formats are likely to benefit the client. Karen aims to empower people to better understand their thoughts, feelings and triggers and to set achievable goals that support positive change.

She meets clients with an open-minded, non-judgmental stance and works collaboratively to identify approaches that feel right for them. A focus on self-awareness and practical strategies underpins her work, helping clients accept and make sense of the difficulties they face so they can move forward in a constructive way. She looks forward to working with clients who are ready to explore change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Karen integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor work to each person's circumstances. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-judgmental relationship where the client’s perspective guides the pace and direction of sessions - this approach supports issues around self-esteem, relationship concerns and emotional processing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress and addiction-related difficulties and offers practical strategies for day-to-day coping. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of experience, which can help with emotional regulation, stress reduction and managing overwhelming feelings.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Karen works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress and circumstances evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy stays relevant and responsive.

Online sessions offer flexibility and wider access to licensed professionals and therapists. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction, phone sessions provide a simpler audio option, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit those who prefer written communication or need more flexible scheduling. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, balance therapy with daily life and connect from different locations.