About me
Hi, I'm Kerri and welcome to my profile.
There are times in life when things can feel overwhelming, confusing or difficult to manage alone. You may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, gambling-related difficulties, addiction, relationship challenges, or a general sense that things aren't quite where you'd like them to be.
Perhaps you've found yourself stuck in habits that feel hard to change, carrying feelings of shame, guilt or self-doubt, or simply feeling exhausted from trying to cope on your own.
Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what's going on for you, explore your thoughts and feelings, and gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Together, we can work towards helping you feel more confident, resilient and able to make the changes that matter to you.
My approach
I am a BACP-registered integrative counsellor, which means I draw on different therapeutic approaches to tailor our work to your individual needs. My practice is grounded in person-centred counselling, while also incorporating elements of CBT and transactional analysis where appropriate.
I believe that no two people are the same, and therapy should reflect that. Rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach, I work collaboratively with you to understand your experiences, goals and challenges.
Above all, I aim to build a therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, accepted and understood.
Gambling and addiction support
I have a particular specialism in gambling-related harm and addiction. Alongside my professional training, I bring lived experience that gives me a deeper understanding of the challenges, secrecy, shame and emotional impact that can often accompany gambling difficulties and recovery.
I work with people who:
- Are struggling with their own gambling
- Are trying to maintain recovery
- Feel trapped in cycles of gambling behaviour
- Experience anxiety, guilt or shame related to gambling
- Have been affected by a loved one's gambling
- Want support rebuilding confidence, trust and emotional wellbeing
Whether gambling has become a recent concern or something you've lived with for many years, therapy can provide a space to explore what's happening and identify meaningful steps forward.
I may be able to help if you are:
- Feeling anxious, stressed or overwhelmed
- Struggling with self-esteem or self-confidence
- Experiencing gambling-related difficulties
- Living with addiction or addictive behaviours
- Feeling stuck or lost in life
- Coping with difficult emotions
- Facing relationship challenges
- Going through a significant life change
- Looking for greater self-understanding and personal growth
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling and am a BACP-registered counsellor.
Alongside my private practice, I have over seven years of experience supporting individuals affected by gambling-related harms. In addition to my professional experience, I bring lived experience of gambling recovery, which gives me a deeper understanding of the challenges many clients face and the courage it takes to seek support.
I have worked with clients experiencing the emotional, financial, and relationship impacts of gambling, as well as anxiety, depression, shame, and low self-esteem. I also support adults with a wide range of other concerns, including stress, bereavement, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
