Kimberley Long , BACP

Kimberley Long brings thirteen years of professional experience to her therapeutic work, combining roles in NHS primary and secondary care, private practice, and community projects. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists - and draws on a broad understanding of health and social care needs when supporting clients.

Her practice focuses on helping people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, childhood abuse, and addiction, alongside relationship, family, and life-transition concerns. Kimberley creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely, and she tailors her approach to each person’s situation and goals. A person-centred framework sits at the heart of her work, with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques integrated to help clients develop practical skills for managing mood, behaviour, and wellbeing.

Kimberley is experienced in addressing complex issues such as grief, self-esteem struggles, parenting challenges, and coping with major life changes. She acknowledges that starting therapy takes courage and aims to support people through those first steps with care, clarity, and collaborative planning.

Therapeutic approaches for online work with Kimberley Long

Kimberley commonly uses a client-centred approach that prioritizes the individual's experience and personal goals. This style involves active listening and empathy to help people feel understood and to guide changes at their own pace, which can be particularly helpful for issues like relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.

She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify and reshape unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. CBT is practical and skill-focused, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management to build tools for everyday challenges. Kimberley may bring in elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) where emotional regulation and distress tolerance are priorities - DBT offers concrete strategies for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kimberley will work with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses. Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging give flexibility - they make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments and allow access to licensed professionals and therapists from different locations.