About me
Hello, I am Kangli, a qualified, experienced, and registered Gestalt Counsellor/Psychotherapist, and a Couple and Relationship Counsellor. I offer counselling for individuals (11+) and couples, either in person, online, or by phone.
I work in a gentle, supportive, and creative way to help you feel more connected to yourself and others. My approach is rooted in Gestalt therapy, which encourages awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and relationships in the present moment. I often use creative techniques to support insight and emotional clarity. I also draw on CBT and Person-Centred tools, and offer trauma-informed support to help you feel safe and not overwhelmed.
You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin. Whether you’re feeling stuck, going through a tough time, or simply want to understand yourself better, we’ll go at your pace, and you’ll always be in control of what feels okay to explore.
I specialise in working with:
- Individuals facing anxiety, low mood, trauma, grief, identity questions, low self-esteem, gender, sexuality, or life changes.
- Couples wanting to improve communication, rebuild trust, or feel closer emotionally. I create a safe space for both partners to feel heard and supported.
- Neurodivergent clients (ADHD, autism, sensory differences) looking for support with identity, emotions, and everyday challenges.
- LGBTQ+ clients, with an affirming approach that respects your unique journey.
- Children and young people affected by trauma, with a safe and supportive trauma‑informed approach.
- People living with long-term health conditions, including chronic illness, pain, or disability.
- Clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, with extensive experience supporting overseas Chinese and wider East and South Asian communities.
For couples, I offer a warm and supportive space where both partners can feel safe to express themselves and be heard. Whether you're facing challenges around communication, trust, intimacy, or life transitions, I help you explore what's happening between you and work towards a deeper emotional and physical connection. This may include gently exploring patterns, rebuilding trust, and supporting conversations around closeness and sexual intimacy in a way that feels respectful and comfortable for both of you.
As a bilingual therapist (English & Mandarin), I offer culturally sensitive support to people from many different backgrounds. I understand how culture, mental health, and personal growth are closely linked, and I aim to create a space where you feel respected, understood, and supported, whatever your background or language. My practice is welcoming and affirming of all identities.
I also offer life coaching for those seeking clarity, confidence, or personal growth. Coaching can support you in moving forward, navigating change, or finding deeper alignment in your life.
Whatever you’re facing, I’m here to walk alongside you - offering guidance, insight, and support on your journey of healing, self-discovery, and growth.
To learn more about my approach and my practice, please visit my website: www.echoforesttherapy.co.uk
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
- DipHE in Gestalt Counselling (Distinction Degree)
- Level 4 Diploma in Humanistic Gestalt Counselling
- PGCert in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - Level 7
- ABC Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Certificate in Basics of Counselling
- MA in Professional Fashion Practice
- BA (Hons) in Fashion & Art Design
Additional Training & Certifications
- Online Counselling
- CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Person-Centred Therapy
- The Playbook: Comprehensive Guide to Working with Couples
- Two-chairs / Empty Chair Gestalt Skills
- Gestalt Dreamwork
- Somatic Work - Sensorimotor Training
- Integrating Art into Counselling Practice
- Motivational Interviewing
- Coaching & Coaching in Leadership
CPD & Specialist Training
- Working with Children & Young People
- Child Development
- Learning Disability Awareness
- Neurodiversity & Autism
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- MECC – Making Every Contact Count
- Youth Work (Level 2)
- Supporting LGBTQ+ Young People
- Trauma & EMDR
- Grief & Loss
- Suicide Awareness
- Self-Harm
- Aphasia, Stroke, Dementia & Disability Awareness
- Unconscious Bias Awareness
- Safeguarding (Children & Adults)
- GDPR & Data Protection
Professional Experience
- Counselling children, young people, adults, and older adults
- Supporting clients with long-term health conditions and acquired disabilities
- Experience in NHS and public sector mental health services
- Skilled in creative and therapeutic art approaches
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Difference & diversity
- Cultural & Racial Issues
- Clients from ethnic minority background and multicultural clients
- Coaching
Therapies offered
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Fees
£65.00 - £150.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
- Individual counselling (50 minutes): £65 per session (£60 for Children & Young People under the age of 18)
- Couples counselling (60 minutes): £95 per session
- Couples counselling (90 minutes): £140 per session
I offer a free, no-obligation 15–20 minute consultation (via phone or online), subject to availability. This is an opportunity for us to discuss your needs, therapy goals, and any questions you may have. It also gives us a chance to see whether we’re a good fit and how we might work together.
When I work
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Further information
My therapy room is based in a quiet part of Eastleigh, with parking available. I offer in-person, online, and telephone counselling, available for both short-term and long-term support.
Whether you're coming as an individual or a couple, I offer a safe and collaborative space where you can explore what's going on and work towards meaningful change. In couple therapy, I help partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional and physical intimacy. I support both people in feeling heard and understood, while gently exploring patterns and new ways of relating.
Alongside my work with individuals and couples, I have a special interest in supporting clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. As a bilingual therapist (English & Mandarin), I offer counselling in both languages. Having lived across different countries and cultures, I understand the emotional impact of cultural transitions, identity struggles, and intergenerational dynamics. Whether you're navigating feelings of otherness, adapting to change, or seeking a stronger sense of belonging, I offer a space to explore these experiences with sensitivity and respect.
The name Echo Forest Therapy reflects my belief in the healing power of self-discovery. Like a forest, our inner world can feel vast and complex, but also full of insight, beauty, and peace. I offer a space to listen to what echoes within and find your way forward.
Initial Consultation and First Session -
Depending on availability, I offer a free 20-minute phone consultation with no obligation. It’s a chance to talk through what you’re looking for, ask questions, and see if working together feels right for you.
If we decide to go ahead, our first session will include an initial assessment where we explore your concerns, background, and hopes for therapy. Sessions are 50 or 60 minutes for individuals, and 60 or 90 minutes for couples. I usually recommend weekly or fortnightly sessions, but I’m happy to discuss what works best for you. Sessions can take place in person, online, or by phone.
