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Kim Simpson , BACP

Based in the UK Online sessions

Gentle practical support for parents and individuals

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Years in practice
5
Registration
BACP
Languages
English
Focus
Stress, Anxiety
Focus
Grief
Focus
Self esteem
About

About Kim

Kim Simpson is a counsellor who welcomes people feeling overwhelmed by stress, grief, anxiety or the struggles of parenting. She writes in a straightforward way and offers steady, non-judgemental support. Her approach suits someone who wants practical help and time to reflect.

Kim is a BACP member, which the client can expect to guide her practice. Kim draws primarily on client-centred work, while using techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused methods.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on clear goals and simple steps that people can try between meetings. She listens for how thoughts, feelings and daily routines are linked and helps clients notice small changes that build over time. Her experience includes supporting people through depression, trauma, grief, addiction and relationship challenges.

Kim also helps with self-esteem, communication problems, guilt and life purpose. She aims to be honest and empathetic while guiding clients to practical strategies and new ways of thinking. Kim accepts people from the United Kingdom and international clients.

Her background includes work with complex histories and a commitment to follow the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy ethical framework. If she thinks another path would be more helpful, she will discuss referrals and options openly. People who choose Kim can expect a calm, collaborative space to work on parenting concerns, coping skills, and emotional recovery.

Sessions are paced to match each person’s needs, with a focus on achievable steps and clearer communication.

Focus areas and approaches

What Kim works with

Everything Kim lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Kim helps people with.

Approaches Kim lists

Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.

Online support

How Kim’s approaches work online

Kim often blends client-centred work with cognitive behavioural techniques to help people notice patterns and try small practical changes. Client-centred Therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience, offering empathy and support to help them clarify goals and values. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical ways to test and change unhelpful thinking.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kim will talk with each person about what they want to achieve and try methods that fit their goals and preferences. This is a collaborative effort - the therapist and client choose strategies together and review what works over time.

Online sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging, which makes it easier to fit therapy around work and family life. Video calls let people use face-to-face interaction from different locations, while phone sessions can be quicker and need less bandwidth. Live chat and messaging suit short check-ins or days when writing feels more comfortable. These options give flexibility and make it simpler to keep progress between sessions.
Questions

Questions people ask about Kim

What concerns can Kim help with?

Kim works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction and parenting concerns, plus issues like self-esteem, communication and life purpose.

What is her therapeutic style like?

She uses a person-centred approach combined with cognitive behavioural and solution-focused techniques to set clear goals and find practical steps to try between sessions.

How much professional experience does she have?

Kim has five years of experience working with people who have experienced trauma, relationship difficulties, mood problems and complex life changes.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered?

Kim offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are costs and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How does someone begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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