Kim O'Brien, BACP, NCPS
Compassionate therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety support
- Addictions and trauma care
- Relationship and family work
About Kim O'Brien
Kim O'Brien is a warm, approachable therapist based in the United Kingdom who brings three years of professional experience to her practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, intimacy-related concerns, relationship and family difficulties, eating and parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem problems, and broader life changes. Kim also supports clients with issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, codependency, communication and control problems, and recovery from domestic violence and substance use.
Kim believes that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths are vital resources for navigating hardship. Her approach combines respect for the client's perspective with structured tools and insight-oriented work to address both immediate difficulties and deeper patterns that affect wellbeing. She holds professional credentials with BACP and NCPS, which indicate recognised training and registration in counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom.
Kim offers a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for people to explore challenges and develop practical coping strategies. She is accepting new clients, works with international clients, and provides therapy in English. Taking the first step can be difficult, and Kim aims to make beginning therapy as straightforward and supportive as possible.
Kim believes that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths are vital resources for navigating hardship. Her approach combines respect for the client's perspective with structured tools and insight-oriented work to address both immediate difficulties and deeper patterns that affect wellbeing. She holds professional credentials with BACP and NCPS, which indicate recognised training and registration in counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom.
Kim offers a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for people to explore challenges and develop practical coping strategies. She is accepting new clients, works with international clients, and provides therapy in English. Taking the first step can be difficult, and Kim aims to make beginning therapy as straightforward and supportive as possible.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kim O'Brien have?
Kim O'Brien has three years of professional experience as a registered therapist.
Is Kim O'Brien a registered therapist?
Yes. Kim holds the credentials BACP and NCPS, which indicate professional training and registration in counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Kim O'Brien provide therapy?
Kim provides therapy in English.
Where is Kim O'Brien located?
Kim is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Kim O'Brien as my therapist?
You can work with Kim through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kim O'Brien work with international clients?
Yes. Kim works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kim O'Brien 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 and online support
Kim uses a blend of client-centered work and structured therapies to meet each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding the client's experience without judgment and prioritises empathy and acceptance - it helps people explore feelings, build self-understanding, and strengthen their own resources. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical, skills-based techniques to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns - it is often effective for anxiety, stress, and coping with unhelpful habits. Kim also integrates Trauma-Focused Therapy when past traumatic events are central to the difficulty presented - this approach aims to process traumatic memories and reduce their ongoing impact while supporting safety and stabilization.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Kim treats that choice as collaborative. She will listen to the client's goals, preferences, and life context and then recommend or combine methods that fit those priorities, adjusting the plan as work progresses.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect that can suit different schedules and comfort levels. Sessions can take place by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging, allowing ongoing support between live appointments. For many people this flexibility makes it easier to fit regular sessions into daily life, maintain momentum between meetings, and access registered professionals from different locations.