Counsellor profile
Kay Vickers, BACP, NCPS
Counsellor - Relationships and anxiety
See online counselling options- ACT
- CBT
- Gottman Method
About Kay
Counsellor Kay Vickers is a BACP and NCPS registered practitioner with 12 years' experience working in the United Kingdom. She sees people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, low self-esteem, life changes, addictions, trauma, grief and related concerns. Sessions are described as down-to-earth and collaborative.
Kay works with individuals who feel stuck or overwhelmed by unwanted thoughts or behaviours. She also supports people facing work stress and professional challenges. In conversation she aims to explore the roots of problems and how they show up day to day.
Her practice draws on a range of evidence-based approaches. That gives scope to try different ways of working, from looking at thinking patterns to developing practical coping skills. Therapy is offered in a way that is adjusted to each person’s needs rather than following a single method.
In sessions Kay focuses on clear, practical steps as well as listening to the issues behind them. She uses techniques that can help with managing mood, reducing anxiety and improving communication in close relationships. The Gottman Method is part of her approach for relationship and intimacy work.
People considering therapy with Kay are invited to think about specific problems they want to address. The first meetings are used to set priorities and agree how to work together. She asks clients to be active in shaping the work and to feed back on what helps and what does not.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, looks at what matters to the client and helps them take small steps towards those values while accepting difficult thoughts. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns to reduce anxiety and low mood. The Gottman Method concentrates on communication and practical skills for relationship and intimacy concerns. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which methods suit the client's needs, goals and preferences. That means sessions can combine listening with practical exercises agreed between client and counsellor. Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family commitments, avoid travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals will help set a way of working that fits day-to-day life and the particular issues someone wants to address.Areas of expertise
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, low self-esteem, addictions, grief, trauma and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style?
Her style is down-to-earth and collaborative. She combines listening with practical techniques drawn from several approaches.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working in counselling and psychotherapy settings.
Which professional bodies is she associated with?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and NCPS.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees are provided when arranging sessions.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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