Karen Bannerman , BACP

Karen Bannerman is a UK-licensed counsellor with 25 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression and relationship or family difficulties. She has worked with individuals, couples, young people and whole families to address a wide range of concerns, including relationship strain and conflicts within family systems. Her practice emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions and feel heard.

She is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Throughout her career she has aimed to treat every person with respect and dignity, and when a client would benefit from more specialist input she will signpost them to an appropriate agency or organisation. Her approach centers on collaboration and attentive listening to help clients navigate challenges and find clearer ways forward.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early bonds and attachment patterns influence current relationships. It can help people understand recurring relationship issues, fears of abandonment, and patterns that affect intimacy and trust.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening and a nonjudgmental stance. This approach supports people who want a safe space to explore feelings, build self-awareness and strengthen decision making at their own pace.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, low mood and stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Karen works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences, and adapts the work as the relationship develops.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter contacts are possible through live chat or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location within the country.