- Warm listening
- Practical steps
- Longstanding experience
About Karen
Karen Young is a person-centred counsellor with 12 years of experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship strain. She supports those dealing with parenting challenges, grief, anger and low self-esteem. Karen also works with people coping with life changes and workplace issues and can help with concerns such as panic attacks, social anxiety and seasonal mood shifts.
Her style is warm and non-judgemental. Sessions focus on listening first and then on helping people understand what matters to them. Karen aims to stay alongside clients as they make choices about the next steps in their lives.
She draws on client-centred approaches that put the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. She also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns from the past and solution-focused techniques to set practical steps forward. Together these methods help people make clearer decisions and try out new ways of coping.
Karen describes herself as open, empathetic and approachable. Conversations in her sessions tend to be plain and direct rather than full of jargon. People can expect a calm listening ear and gentle guidance while they work through difficult topics.
Based in the United Kingdom, Karen is comfortable working with people at different stages of life. She welcomes international clients and conducts sessions in English. To begin, clients follow the service sign-up and scheduling process to match with her and arrange a first appointment.
How Karen’s approaches work in online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person rather than problem-solving steps. The counsellor listens closely, reflects back what the client says and helps them name their priorities. This approach suits people who need time to feel understood and to build confidence in making decisions.Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns that repeat over time and how past experiences shape present feelings. It can help people who want to understand why they react a certain way in relationships or at work and who are curious about long-term change.
Finding the right approach is a joint process. Karen will work with each client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. The plan can change as the client makes progress, and Karen aims to be collaborative when choosing next steps.
Many people find online counselling helps fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel and making scheduling easier. Practical benefits can include shorter travel time, easier use of a work break, or simpler check-ins when juggling family and job demands. The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking to make sure they suit your routine.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Karen help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship or family concerns, along with parenting, grief, anger and self-esteem issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is person-centred and non-judgemental, focusing on listening and supporting the client to find their own way forward.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working with people at different stages of life.
What credentials and location are listed?
The profile lists NCPS as a credential and that she practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and the profile indicates she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.