- Integrative relational approach
- Supports grief and loss
- Works with adults 16+
About Kim
Kim Smith is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom. She trained in Integrative-Relational Counselling and brings four years of professional experience to her work. Kim creates a calm, warm environment where people can talk about what is worrying them.
Kim works with adults and young people aged 16 and over. She blends different therapeutic ideas to match each person’s needs rather than following a single method. That flexible approach helps when concerns change over time or are hard to name.
Grief and bereavement are areas of particular interest, and Kim has additional training to support people facing loss. She also helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction-related worries, relationship and intimacy questions, and issues linked to parenting and family life.
Sessions focus on building a trusting relationship and on practical steps the person can take between meetings. Kim emphasises people’s existing strengths and works alongside them to find ways to cope, manage difficult feelings, and make decisions.
People can expect straightforward conversation, reflective listening, and tailored strategies rather than jargon. If someone is unsure whether therapy will help, Kim encourages an initial conversation to see if the approach feels like a good fit.
How Kim adapts evidence-based approaches for online work
Kim uses an integrative-relational framework that draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Integrative work means she mixes methods to fit each person's needs, so sessions might include practical coping skills alongside deeper relational work. This helps with problems such as anxiety, depression, grief and adjustment to life changes.When grief is a focus she applies bereavement-informed listening and pacing, giving space for memory, emotion and practical coping strategies. For stress and anxiety she may use structured approaches to help people notice patterns, try small behavioural changes and build daily routines that reduce overwhelm.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kim will work with the person to identify goals and test what helps most, adjusting methods as needs evolve. The relationship itself is central and guides which techniques are introduced.
If you are interested in online sessions, please confirm the specific formats available before booking as the biography does not list them. Many people find remote work easier to fit into daily life, allowing shorter check-ins during busy days, avoiding travel time, and keeping therapy consistent when schedules change. Registered or accredited professionals can tailor session length and pacing to suit practical needs.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Kim help with?
She supports a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family-related struggles, and challenges like sleep and eating problems.
What is Kim's therapy style like?
Her style is warm and calm, focusing on a trusting relationship and practical steps. She combines different therapeutic ideas to match each person's situation.
How much experience does Kim have?
Kim has four years of clinical experience working with adults and young people aged 16 and over.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with Kim if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are online or remote session options available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with Kim?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.