Karen Martin, BACP
UK counsellor for stress and trauma
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Addictions and trauma
About Karen Martin
Karen Martin is a UK counsellor and psychotherapist with four years of professional experience supporting adults through periods of stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulty, depression, trauma and abuse, and major life changes. She works collaboratively to help people regain stability and balance, guiding them toward a clearer sense of purpose and a more fulfilling life on their own terms. Karen uses talk-based interventions alongside Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - a structured approach that helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours - and draws on EMDR for clients working with historical trauma. She places a strong emphasis on building self-awareness and improving emotional regulation so clients can respond to challenges with greater resilience.
Karen adopts a warm, interactive, client-centered style that prioritises respect, sensitivity, and compassion. In sessions she explores the journey that brought each person to therapy and works alongside them to examine beliefs that may no longer serve their wellbeing, opening up alternative ways of coping with life situations. Karen holds membership of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which reflects professional affiliation with the main UK counselling body. She welcomes the initial difficulty of taking the first steps and aims to support and empower people as they move forward with their lives.
Karen adopts a warm, interactive, client-centered style that prioritises respect, sensitivity, and compassion. In sessions she explores the journey that brought each person to therapy and works alongside them to examine beliefs that may no longer serve their wellbeing, opening up alternative ways of coping with life situations. Karen holds membership of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which reflects professional affiliation with the main UK counselling body. She welcomes the initial difficulty of taking the first steps and aims to support and empower people as they move forward with their lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Martin have?
Karen Martin has four years of professional experience as a counsellor and psychotherapist.
Is Karen Martin a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and denotes professional membership with the main UK counselling body.
In which languages does Karen Martin provide therapy?
Karen Martin provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Martin located?
Karen Martin is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Karen Martin as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Martin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Martin work with international clients?
Yes, Karen Martin works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Martin 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 for Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions. It encourages identifying personal values and taking small, guided steps toward a more meaningful life - useful for anxiety, low mood, and coping with life changes.Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships and how they affect current emotional needs and connections. It can be helpful for relationship difficulties, intimacy-related concerns, and issues tied to abandonment or attachment style.
Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a supportive, non-judgemental relationship in which the therapist follows the client’s lead. This approach helps people build self-awareness, self-acceptance, and confidence in their own ability to find solutions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Karen Martin works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting plans as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access registered professionals from different locations and at times that suit daily life. These options support continuity of care and allow therapy to fit around work, family, and other commitments.