Karl Murdoch


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About me
As a qualified person-centred counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I am committed to offering a safe, empathetic, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. My approach is rooted in the belief that each person has the capacity for growth and healing within themselves, and my role is to support you on that journey.
How counselling can help
I have extensive experience working with individuals facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, trauma, and relationship difficulties. My person-centred approach is non-directive, which means that you are in control of the content and pace of our sessions, while I provide understanding and support to help you find your own solutions.
I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship and aim to build trust, allowing you to feel heard, valued, and understood without judgment. Whether you are looking to explore a specific issue or seeking a space for self-discovery, I am here to walk alongside you on your path to greater emotional well-being.
I also have three years experience working with young people between the ages of 13 and 18 who have mental health and behavioural issues. I currently work part-time as an assistant psychologist delivering therapeutic interventions.
What to expect in the first session
Our first session will involve reading and signing a contract, boring I know but this is important to set out what is expected from me as a counsellor and you as a client. I will then explain that I do and do not do as a counsellor, much of the first session will involve me talking to you about how counselling works. We will then talk about you and what challenges you face in your life and work together to highlight which is causing you the most distress. This may sound daunting but I am here for you, I am your advocate in life and will always be on your side.
Training, qualifications & experience
- BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Level 2 & 3 in Counselling Skills
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- DBT Essential Skills Level 2
- Working with Children and Young People Level 3
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£30.00 - £40.00
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Individual session £40
Student Counsellor £30
Low income clients £30 - Proof of benefits will be required
Further information
I have a dedicated, renovated outbuilding in my garden which guarantees privacy for our talks. There are also bathroom facilities in the attached conservatory.