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Karen Barnitt, BACP

Client-centred trauma-informed counsellor
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Addictions support
  • Relationship and family

About Karen Barnitt

Karen Barnitt creates a welcoming environment for people seeking support and focuses on meeting each individual's needs with compassion and respect. She approaches counselling with a client-centred stance that encourages open exploration of thoughts and feelings without judgement, helping clients to feel heard and understood.

She is an accredited member of the BACP, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, and maintains her skills through ongoing training and practice. With extensive experience in trauma-informed care, she recognises how past events can shape present difficulties and offers tailored techniques to address those effects.

Karen works with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression and trauma, and offers general emotional support as well as targeted strategies for recovery. Her aim is to support resilience, help clients develop effective coping strategies and collaborate on a path toward improved well-being. Every session is intended to be warm, professional and focused on the priorities of the person seeking help.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Karen Barnitt have?

Karen Barnitt has 13 years of experience.

Is Karen Barnitt a registered therapist?

Yes. She is an accredited member of the BACP, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

In which languages does Karen Barnitt provide therapy?

Karen Barnitt provides therapy in English.

Where is Karen Barnitt located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Karen Barnitt as my therapist?

You can work with Karen Barnitt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Karen Barnitt work with international clients?

No. Karen Barnitt does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Karen Barnitt 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

In her online practice, Karen Barnitt draws on client-centred therapy, narrative therapy and trauma-focused approaches to support people in different ways. Client-centred therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathic relationship where the client leads the conversation and the therapist offers understanding and acceptance - it is useful for improving self-esteem, coping and life adjustments. Narrative therapy helps people explore and reframe the stories they tell about their lives, separating problems from identity and opening up new possibilities for change. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on understanding and processing the impact of traumatic events, using techniques that help reduce the ongoing effects of past experiences.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Karen works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. She and the client review progress and adjust methods so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and easier access to support. These options allow people to fit therapy into busy lives, access help from home and maintain continuity of care even when schedules or locations change.

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