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Kim Forbes, BACP

Integrative person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist
  • Person-centred approach
  • Couples and relationship support
  • Anxiety and grief expertise

About Kim Forbes

Kim Forbes is an integrative, person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist who combines counselling, life coaching and couples work to help people move toward a more authentic, empowered life. She holds the BACP credential, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings a warm, empathic and non-judgmental presence to her therapeutic work.

With qualifications in life coaching and couples counselling, Kim has supported people through a wide range of concerns, including couples and relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, issues around sexuality, anxiety, depression and divorce. She has also worked with Covid-related anxiety and other complex life challenges, guiding clients to build coping skills and clearer self-understanding.

Kim focuses on creating a respectful, compassionate and congruent therapeutic space where people can move from postponing change to taking the next step toward wellbeing. She encourages clients to explore the barriers that hold them back and to develop practical strategies for living with less fear and more personal meaning. Her approach emphasises collaboration and practical support as people work toward greater confidence and fulfilment.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kim Forbes have?

Kim Forbes has 5 years of professional experience.

Is Kim Forbes a registered therapist?

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

In which languages does Kim Forbes provide therapy?

Kim Forbes provides therapy in English.

Where is Kim Forbes located?

Kim Forbes is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Kim Forbes as my therapist?

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

Does Kim Forbes work with international clients?

Yes, Kim Forbes works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kim Forbes 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Online therapeutic approaches and what they offer

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them, and focuses on identifying values and taking committed steps toward a more meaningful life - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships and can support work on intimacy, abandonment or communication difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the process, offering an empathic, non-directive space where people can explore feelings and build self-understanding and self-esteem.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Kim will collaborate with each person to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the way she works as the therapeutic relationship develops.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access support from home or while travelling, maintain continuity of care, and choose the style of communication that feels most manageable for the individual. Registered professionals and therapists can adapt these approaches to deliver compassionate, focused care across these remote formats.

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