Karina MacKenzie

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Psychosexual Therapist, Higher Level Qualification/COSRT reg

About me

I am a Psychosexual and Relationship Counsellor that works with both couples and individuals covering a range of issues relating to the areas of intimacy, sex, communication, gender and sexuality. 

I work online via the platform of Zoom. I have a number of years' experience working for Relate and now also work privately.  Offering private Zoom sessions Monday and Wednesday evenings.  I have some slots available at discounted rates for Friday morning/afternoon sessions 

Training, qualifications & experience

2020 January · Middlesex University · London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy · Level 7 Diploma ·

2016 September- June 2018 · Birkbeck, University of London · Introduction to Counselling Skills ·Certificate of Higher Education- Level 4 Diploma · Distinction.

2023-24 CDP  COSRT Masterclass Sessions: Autism and Relationships, The Impact of ADHD on Relationships and Sex, Judaism and Sexuality and Islamic Traditions and Laws on Sex and Sexuality 

4.2.2022 · Relate CPD· Domestic Abuse and Initial Assessment· Online Training ·

17.02.2022 · Waltham Forest Training Hub Masterclass · FGM masterclass· Online Training

20.08.2021 · COSRT Online CPD Masterclass · Working with common erectile and ejaculation problems · Online Training ·

23.04.2021 · COSRT Online Live Event· Living with the sexual consequences of cancer: Sexual adjustments and rehabilitation after breast cancer and prostate cancer treatment · Online Training ·

10.04.2021 · COSRT Online CPD Masterclass· Working with Common Sexual Difficulties in Women: Desire, Arousal, Orgasm, Dyspareunia, Vaginismus and Hypersexuality· Online Training ·

04.10.2020 · Relate CPD· Child Protection and Safeguarding· Online Training

11.10.2020 · Relate CPD· Domestic Violence and Abuse· Online Training ·

11.10.2020 · Relate CPD· Mental Health: Awareness· Online Training ·

11.10.2020 · Relate CPD· Suicidal Risk and Support· Online Training ·

08.08.2020 · COSRT Online CPD Masterclass· After the affair: Building Relationships after Infidelity · Online Training ·

06.06.2020 · Online Events· A 2 Day introduction to working online with couples · Live Online Training ·

04.06.2020 · Eventbrite/Harris Federation· Trauma informed Schools UK · Live Online Training ·

I also work for a Counselling Awarding Body marking the exam papers, essays and dissertations of training counsellors. 

25.05.2020 · Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology· Working with sexual violence and abuse · Live Online Training ·

Member organisations

COSRT
College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT)

COSRT is the UK’s leading membership organisation for therapists specialising in sexual and relationship issues.

All members must abide by their Code of Ethics and the performance of accredited members is regularly monitored.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Sexual Dysfunction 

Issues surrounding desire/arousal 

Issues surrounding gender and sexuality 

Communication and couples that argue 

Overcoming unhelpful relationship patterns

Overcoming relationship trauma 

Overcoming relationship loss

Therapies offered

Fees

£60.00 - £70.00
Free initial online session

Concessions offered for

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  • check_circle Trainee counsellors

Additional information

For those wishing to have a morning/early afternoon appointment of a Monday or Friday, I am able to offer a reduced rate in these slots. Feel free to email me if interested. 

I also offer discounts for those that wish to purchase a 'block' of sessions 

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

Afternoon-Evening appointment slots are from between 5-9pm. 

Sessions are 50 minutes long 

Further information

I offer a free 30-minute online consultation prior to agreement to commence therapy as a chance to discuss your needs in more detail and ascertain whether we are a good fit. 

If you would like to take the next steps, feel free to look at my website and send me an email to book your consultation. 

Type of session

Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples

Key details

DBS check info

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Online platforms

Zoom