Counsellor profile
Kadiatu Banful, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationship support
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Kadiatu
Kadiatu Banful is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has around 10 years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, parenting and related issues. She offers sessions in English and Twi and sees people in the United Kingdom and internationally.
Kadiatu describes her role as listening to each person’s story and recognising their existing strengths. She uses a client-centred stance that keeps the person's own goals in focus. Practical methods from cognitive behavioural therapy are used when helpful to look at patterns of thinking and small steps that can change daily life.
She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at how past relationships influence present feelings. Mindfulness practices are introduced to help with managing stress and staying grounded. These approaches are offered in simple, conversational ways rather than technical language.
Kadiatu has worked across issues such as abandonment, attachment, communication problems and family of origin concerns. She also supports people facing fertility or cancer-related stress, substance use difficulties, and questions about commitment or intimacy. Work can include short coaching-style conversations alongside longer therapy when that fits the person's goals.
Sessions are intended to focus on practical steps, understanding patterns and improving day-to-day coping. To begin, people follow the standard intake steps and book a first session so they can discuss what help would work best for them.
Therapeutic approaches used in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's perspective. The counsellor listens without directing and helps the person identify their own aims and strengths. This approach suits people who want time to talk things through and set their own pace.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses simple exercises and practical steps to reduce anxiety or low mood and to change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy introduces short attention exercises and breathing work to ease stress and improve focus.
Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options and agree what methods to try based on the person's needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can change as goals evolve.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. People often find online counselling helps fit therapy into a busy life, for example by avoiding travel, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or removing the need to be on camera when that's not wanted. These practical benefits can make it easier to attend regularly and to keep steady progress.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Twi
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns. Other areas include grief, intimacy issues, anger and life purpose.
What is her general therapy style?
She works in a client-centred way and combines conversational work with practical tools. Cognitive behavioural and mindfulness methods are used when they fit the client's goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has around 10 years of professional experience working with a range of psychological and life concerns.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Twi.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted. People should check time differences and scheduling when they book.
How are sessions arranged and what about cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions are provided via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Specific prices are given during the booking process.
How do I get started with a session?
Click the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session to talk about goals and next steps.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.