Kelly Richardson, BACP
BACP-accredited counsellor for life transitions
- Person-centered support
- CBT and practical tools
- Telephone and video therapy
About Kelly Richardson
Kelly Richardson is a BACP-accredited counsellor with 11 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, depression and major life changes. She brings a person-centered, integrative approach that combines practical coping strategies with longer-term exploration of underlying issues. Kelly trained at the University of Hull and Leeds Beckett University and began her counselling training in 2010, later expanding her skills through ongoing professional development and specialist workshops.
Before qualifying as a counsellor, Kelly spent many years working with the Police and continues to have extensive experience supporting emergency services employees. Her early career in health and fitness inspired a holistic view of wellbeing - she believes mental and physical health are connected and often integrates that perspective into therapeutic work. Kelly has worked with Cruse Bereavement Care on loss and bereavement and has experience addressing anxiety and depression within an NHS Improving Access to Psychological Therapies initiative. She is also an affiliate counsellor for several Employee Assistance Programme providers, focusing on work-related stress.
Kelly was audited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy in 2022 and holds BACP accreditation, a recognition of established professional standards and continued development. In addition to private practice work under A New Horizon, she provides therapy via telephone and video and offers live chat sessions on online platforms. Kelly works one-to-one in a person-centered way - offering empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard - while drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other tools to suit each individual. She can work short term to develop coping strategies or offer open-ended therapy to address deeper concerns, working collaboratively to support clients who are ready to make change.
Before qualifying as a counsellor, Kelly spent many years working with the Police and continues to have extensive experience supporting emergency services employees. Her early career in health and fitness inspired a holistic view of wellbeing - she believes mental and physical health are connected and often integrates that perspective into therapeutic work. Kelly has worked with Cruse Bereavement Care on loss and bereavement and has experience addressing anxiety and depression within an NHS Improving Access to Psychological Therapies initiative. She is also an affiliate counsellor for several Employee Assistance Programme providers, focusing on work-related stress.
Kelly was audited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy in 2022 and holds BACP accreditation, a recognition of established professional standards and continued development. In addition to private practice work under A New Horizon, she provides therapy via telephone and video and offers live chat sessions on online platforms. Kelly works one-to-one in a person-centered way - offering empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard - while drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other tools to suit each individual. She can work short term to develop coping strategies or offer open-ended therapy to address deeper concerns, working collaboratively to support clients who are ready to make change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kelly Richardson have?
Kelly Richardson has 11 years of experience.
Is Kelly Richardson a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential.
In which languages does Kelly Richardson provide therapy?
Kelly provides therapy in English.
Where is Kelly Richardson located?
Kelly is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Kelly Richardson as my therapist?
You can work with Kelly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kelly Richardson work with international clients?
Kelly Richardson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kelly Richardson 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 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 and change
Kelly draws on client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques to tailor online sessions to each person's needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathic, non-judgemental relationship where the client leads the pace of exploration - this approach is helpful for people seeking emotional support, increased self-understanding and a safe space to process difficult feelings. CBT looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical exercises and tools to reduce anxiety, low mood and unhelpful patterns of thinking, making it useful for those seeking short-term symptom relief and coping strategies. Mindfulness therapy introduces simple attention and breathing practices to help reduce reactivity and improve presence, which can support stress management and emotional regulation.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Kelly works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their goals, preferences and the issues they bring. She integrates different methods as needed, adjusting pace and focus so therapy feels responsive and relevant.
Online sessions - via video call, phone, live chat or text messaging - provide flexibility for people balancing work, family or mobility needs. These options make regular contact easier to arrange, allow for continuity when life is busy, and let clients choose a format that feels most comfortable while working together toward meaningful change.