- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Career concerns
About Kelly
Kelly Richardson is a counsellor who blends person-centred care with practical techniques. She aims to create a calm space where people can talk through stress, anxiety, grief, low mood and money or career worries. Kelly uses straightforward tools so people can build resilience and feel more able to cope with change.
Kelly trained in counselling at the University of Hull and Leeds Beckett University and has worked in the field for 11 years. Her background includes many years working alongside police and emergency services, and she has supported people through loss with Cruse Bereavement Care. She has also worked within NHS IAPT services addressing anxiety and depression.
She practices in a person-centred way, offering empathy, honesty and a non-judgemental stance. Kelly also draws on cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness where these fit the person’s needs, helping to identify unhelpful thought patterns and to try new coping strategies. Motivational and solution-focused tools are used to set small, practical steps when clients want focused change.
Kelly is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, known as BACP. She keeps her skills up to date through regular training and professional development. Her experience includes workplace stress and supporting people with changes across life, work and family roles.
People who contact Kelly complete a short matching questionnaire and can then arrange sessions according to the therapist’s schedule. She works in a straightforward, collaborative way so the person sets the pace and goals for their work together.
How therapeutic approaches work online
Client-centred work focuses on listening, empathy and supporting you to find your own solutions; online sessions allow that same collaborative conversation about feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps by identifying negative automatic thoughts and testing small changes in behaviour, which can be practised between sessions when it fits into your day. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and ground thoughts, and these exercises can easily be integrated into an online session.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with you about your goals and preferences, and together you will decide which methods to try. That way the plan reflects what you want to change and the pace you prefer.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before you book, as these can vary. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also means exercises and homework can be shared quickly between sessions so you can practise new skills in everyday life.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Kelly commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, career concerns and coping with life changes, among other worries such as self-esteem and anger.
How would you describe Kelly's therapeutic style?
Her approach is person-centred and collaborative, combined with practical methods like cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness to address thoughts and coping skills.
What kind of clinical background does she have?
Kelly has 11 years of experience, including work with Cruse Bereavement Care and NHS IAPT services, and professional work alongside police and emergency services prior to qualifying as a counsellor.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are set by the therapist and may change.
How is cost structured for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Kelly?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.