Karen Ball, BACP
Experienced counsellor specialising in loss and relationships
- Bereavement and loss support
- Couples and family therapy
- Creative therapy options
About Karen Ball
Karen Ball is an experienced counsellor, supervisor and trainer who offers practical, compassionate support for people facing anxiety, stress, depression, loss, trauma and major life changes. She recognises that reaching out for help is a first step and works with clients to explore difficult feelings, clarify options and develop coping strategies in a supportive environment.
She believes that most people have the capacity to manage crises and make meaningful change, and that encouragement and guidance can make a significant difference when situations become overwhelming. Karen provides a safe and supportive space where clients can talk about their experience and identify the choices available to them, with assistance as they move through change. Her premises include a discreet residential location in Mayland and ExploringUcounselling premises in Sudbury.
Karen is a fully qualified counsellor, supervisor and trainer and an accredited member of BACP - the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in the UK. She trained on a BSc (Hons) Degree course in Integral Counselling at Anglia Ruskin University, studying across the main theoretical models and choosing an integrative, client-led approach rather than one single method.
She works with individuals, couples, families and groups and has a particular specialism in bereavement and loss, including loss of pets, careers and lifestyle. Karen is Relate trained for couple work and offers creative therapy for clients who find it hard to put their experience into words. In addition she provides supervision and personal therapy for qualified counsellors, trainees and other healthcare professionals, and delivers training in counselling, supervision, bereavement and creative therapy to support professional and personal development.
She believes that most people have the capacity to manage crises and make meaningful change, and that encouragement and guidance can make a significant difference when situations become overwhelming. Karen provides a safe and supportive space where clients can talk about their experience and identify the choices available to them, with assistance as they move through change. Her premises include a discreet residential location in Mayland and ExploringUcounselling premises in Sudbury.
Karen is a fully qualified counsellor, supervisor and trainer and an accredited member of BACP - the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in the UK. She trained on a BSc (Hons) Degree course in Integral Counselling at Anglia Ruskin University, studying across the main theoretical models and choosing an integrative, client-led approach rather than one single method.
She works with individuals, couples, families and groups and has a particular specialism in bereavement and loss, including loss of pets, careers and lifestyle. Karen is Relate trained for couple work and offers creative therapy for clients who find it hard to put their experience into words. In addition she provides supervision and personal therapy for qualified counsellors, trainees and other healthcare professionals, and delivers training in counselling, supervision, bereavement and creative therapy to support professional and personal development.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Ball have?
Karen Ball has 13 years of experience.
Is Karen Ball a registered therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: BACP.
In which languages does Karen Ball provide therapy?
Karen provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Ball located?
Karen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Karen Ball as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Ball through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Ball work with international clients?
Karen Ball does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Ball cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Karen draws on client-centered work to create a collaborative, respectful space where the person's own goals and values guide the process - this approach is useful for people wanting to explore identity, relationships and life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify and reframe unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and can be especially helpful for anxiety, low mood and stress-related difficulties. Mindfulness therapy introduces simple practices to increase present-moment awareness, helping people manage strong emotions and develop calmer responses to everyday pressures.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Karen works together with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape sessions so they feel relevant and manageable for the individual.
Online therapy with Karen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments. These options can make accessing a registered professional easier when in-person visits are difficult, and allow people to continue therapy from home or other convenient locations.