Kirsty Black, NCPS
Neurodivergent-affirming integrative counsellor
- Integrative therapy approaches
- Creative therapy options
- Adults adolescents and families
About Kirsty Black
Kirsty Black is a neurodivergent-affirming counsellor based in the United Kingdom who brings a measured, integrative approach to therapeutic work. She holds NCPS accreditation, a recognised professional credential for counsellors, and a BA (HONS) in Counselling, an honours-level undergraduate degree. Kirsty is also undertaking an MSc in Child and Adolescent Mental Health with an emphasis on family issues, and she engages regularly in continuous professional development to broaden her skills.
With four years of professional counselling experience and sixteen years in support-based roles, Kirsty has worked across charitable organisations, schools, universities, and private practice. She has supported adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families and has particular experience with neurodiversity, anxiety and depression, loss and bereavement, family and couples conflict, identity concerns, and addiction.
Kirsty works integratively, combining therapeutic tools to match each person’s needs. Her practice can include cognitive-behavioural techniques, person-centred talking therapy, Transactional Analysis, and creative modalities such as art and play therapy or the use of nesting dolls where appropriate. She aims to offer a respectful, sensitive, and empathetic environment and to empower people as they move toward more fulfilling and manageable lives.
Her background in both lived and professional experience with neurodivergent individuals informs a flexible, tailored stance in therapy, adapting methods and creative options to suit different personalities, ages, and relationship dynamics.
With four years of professional counselling experience and sixteen years in support-based roles, Kirsty has worked across charitable organisations, schools, universities, and private practice. She has supported adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families and has particular experience with neurodiversity, anxiety and depression, loss and bereavement, family and couples conflict, identity concerns, and addiction.
Kirsty works integratively, combining therapeutic tools to match each person’s needs. Her practice can include cognitive-behavioural techniques, person-centred talking therapy, Transactional Analysis, and creative modalities such as art and play therapy or the use of nesting dolls where appropriate. She aims to offer a respectful, sensitive, and empathetic environment and to empower people as they move toward more fulfilling and manageable lives.
Her background in both lived and professional experience with neurodivergent individuals informs a flexible, tailored stance in therapy, adapting methods and creative options to suit different personalities, ages, and relationship dynamics.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver 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 of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, 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 abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen'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) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kirsty Black have?
Kirsty Black has four years of professional counselling experience.
Is Kirsty Black a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional accreditation for counsellors.
In which languages does Kirsty Black provide therapy?
Therapy with Kirsty is provided in English.
Where is Kirsty Black located?
Kirsty is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Kirsty Black as my therapist?
You can work with Kirsty Black through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kirsty Black work with international clients?
Yes, Kirsty Black works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kirsty Black 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.
Integrative therapeutic approaches for online support
Kirsty draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters to them and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and navigating life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore patterns that began in early relationships and to improve connection and communication in current relationships, which can be especially helpful for couples and family concerns. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathy, unconditional positive regard, and allowing clients space to explore their own experience, supporting self-esteem, identity work, and emotional processing.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kirsty works collaboratively with clients and registered professionals to identify which methods best match each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative stance means approaches can be blended and adapted over time as therapy progresses.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility, enabling work around schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic distance. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access international therapists, and choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable for the client.