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Karen Sturch, BACP

UK therapist supporting meaningful change and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBT and relationships
  • Family conflict support

About Karen Sturch

Karen Sturch is a UK-licensed therapist with 19 years of professional experience and registration with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She has worked extensively with people facing stress and anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, relationship challenges, and family conflicts, offering steady support as they navigate difficult moments.

Karen approaches therapy from the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and already carries strengths that can be used to address life’s challenges. She emphasizes practical empowerment, helping people identify and build on those internal resources to move toward greater fulfilment and wellbeing. Seeking change takes courage, and she frames the therapeutic process as a partnership that supports clients in taking the first steps toward a happier, more satisfying life.

Her practice centers on helping clients feel heard and capable, guiding them through transitions and offering tools to manage stress, repair relationships, and handle family tensions. Karen’s aim is to empower individuals to discover meaningful change and to sustain progress over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Karen Sturch have?

Karen has 19 years of professional experience working in the field of counselling and psychotherapy.

Is Karen Sturch a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Karen Sturch provide therapy?

Karen provides therapy in English.

Where is Karen Sturch located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Karen Sturch as my therapist?

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

Does Karen Sturch work with international clients?

Yes, Karen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Karen Sturch 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 that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online therapy

Karen draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and develop practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety or low mood. CBT focuses on short-term, goal-oriented work that can provide tools for coping with stress and changing unhelpful habits.

She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to concentrate on clients’ strengths and immediate steps toward desired change. This approach is future-oriented and works well for people who want to clarify goals and build on small, achievable solutions to everyday problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Karen works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions so clients can try different techniques and decide what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to connect across distances. These options support continuity of care and allow registered professionals to provide consistent guidance and practical support in ways that suit each person’s lifestyle.

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