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Karen Bowie, BACP

BACP registered counsellor for trauma and anxiety
  • BACP registered counsellor
  • Trauma and anxiety focus
  • Flexible online sessions

About Karen Bowie

Karen Bowie is a UK-registered counsellor who brings six years of formal counselling experience gained through both volunteering and work with organisations. She is a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), which reflects her commitment to recognised professional standards in therapeutic practice. She maintains a thriving private practice and works with both children and adults, offering support across a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, addictions, grief, and other life changes.

Her approach is grounded in creating an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be explored honestly. She aims to help people feel heard and understood while working collaboratively to identify patterns, build coping skills, and find practical ways forward. Taking that first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and she acknowledges the courage involved in beginning that process. Prospective clients can expect a warm, steady presence focused on listening, reflection, and tailored support suited to each person’s situation and goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Karen Bowie have?

She has six years of counselling experience, gained through a combination of volunteering and work with organisations.

Is Karen Bowie a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Karen Bowie provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Karen Bowie located?

Karen Bowie is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Karen Bowie as my therapist?

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

Does Karen Bowie work with international clients?

Karen Bowie does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Karen Bowie 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 is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Attachment, Trauma-Informed, and Client-Centered Support Online

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence present patterns of relating. It helps people explore connection, dependency, and safety in relationships so they can form healthier bonds and respond differently to stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and the client’s own resources; the therapist follows the client’s pace and supports self-directed growth, which can be helpful for issues like low self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the effects of traumatic experiences by helping clients process difficult memories and reduce their ongoing impact on daily life.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Karen Bowie will collaborate with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the approach as therapy progresses so it stays relevant and effective.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access support from home. These options offer flexibility in timing and format, allowing registered professionals and therapists to meet clients where they are and to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are not practical.

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