Kim Bromley
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About me
About Kim at Art of Stress Recovery
Hello and welcome. For over 25 years, I have worked with women to treat stress-induced illnesses and conditions, anxiety, depression and trauma.
Driven by my own 'lived' experience and the impact of changing hormonal health due to natural biological changes and the way stress impacts hormonal balance and wellbeing and the impact it has on the mind and body. Anxiety, depression, brain fog, fatigue, chronic pain can be part of the mix.
Added to significant fluctuating female hormones, the ADHD brain structure and chemical messaging such as the dopamine 'highways' can all be significantly affected, which in turn makes executive functioning extremely difficult.
Symptoms from these stressors affect the body, thoughts, feelings, and behaviour.
Which in turn can lead to low self-esteem, low self-confidence and family and relationship issues.
Trauma and pain from stressful events can build upon existing symptoms, diminishing our body’s tolerance for stress management.
If left untreated, these symptoms can lead to conditions such as chronic pain, panic attacks, and/or depression, as well as negative habits and behaviours such as addiction or low self-esteem.
If the stress becomes chronic, it can result in the individual having physical symptoms that are consistent with Chronic pain, Chronic Fatigue, M.E., Fibromyalgia, migraines, IBS.
These chronic conditions are at times also referred to as tension myositis syndrome (TMS), psychosomatic disorder, or mindbody symptoms or stress induced disorders.
As someone who has experienced my own journey through stress-induced chronic illness and pain, I am passionate about helping and educating others on these types of symptoms.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I approach therapy through an individualized, holistic approach that is tailored to your specific needs. I am qualified in EMDR, EFT, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, reiki, wellbeing coaching, and yoga, therapeutic and trauma based somatic practices and draw on a selection of therapy models to provide you with the best care.
Together, in a confidential, non-judgmental, and safe environment, we will uncover the root of your issues, soothe the overactive nervous system, and build a network of accountability and support to set you on the path to recovery.
Using my unique blend of stress and anxiety therapies, sessions are as relaxed and informal as they are impactful.
If you find yourself experiencing one or more of the below, or any other symptom you feel may be stress-related, I can help:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Addiction
- Low Self-Esteem and/or Low Self-Confidence
- Sadness
- Grief and/or Loss
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Fatigue
- Eating Disorder
- Panic Attacks
- Work-Related Stress
- Relationship Issues
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Trauma
- Emotional Abuse
- Suicidal Thoughts or Feelings
Email me or visit my new website today to book for a free 30 minute consultation.
I currently work online via Zoom video sessions.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training, Qualifications & Experience
- The National Hypnotherapy Society Diploma MNCS (Acc) Membership KB00P04-2
- The National Counselling Society Diploma MNCS (Acc) Membership KB00P04-2
- Wellbeing Coach Diploma from Institute of Leadership & Management
- Yoga Teacher Training with Yoga Alliance (200hr)
- EMDR - The Embody Lab
- Somatic therapy - The Embody Lab
- Master of Arts (MA)
- Bachelor of Hons (BA) from University of Kent
- Certificate (Level 3) Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
- SIRPA trained and qualified (Chronic stress induced illness and chronic pain recovery)
- The Chrysalis Effect practitioner (Chronic fatigue and fibromalgia)
- Certificate Phototherapy from University of Derby
- The Chrysalis Effect Practitioner (Diploma) ME, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia
- The Hypnotic Gastric Band Certificate
- Understanding People Certificate from University of Kent
- Hypnotherapy for Weight Loss
- Transactional Analysis 101
- EFT
- Child Protection in Education from Educare
- The Prevent Duty from Educare
- An Induction to Boarding from Educare
- Treating Intrusive Thoughts and the Inner Critical Voice
- 'We Are All Body Psychotherapists: A Day with Nick Totton'
- Only Connect: Building Effective Relationships with Young People in Therapy'
- Adult Mental Health First Aid
- Young People Mental Health First Aid
- SIRPA trained and qualified
- Working In Private Practice
- Transference in the Therapeutic Setting
- City & Guilds Certificate
I maintain my knowledge with ongoing professional development.
I enjoy working with the charity Homestart, working with young people and parents facilitating a series of creative and photographic therapeutic workshops.
I have volunteered as a Mentor for Networking for Girls and the charity Holding Space working with families and their mental health needs.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
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In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Additional Areas of Counselling
High Sensitivity
If light, noise, and highly charged situations make you feel depleted, then there is a possibility that your personality may have traits of 'the highly sensitive person'. This is where an individual is hyper aware of changes in their environment. It is not a mental health condition, but may lead on to feelings of overwhelm, anxiety and depression.
Negative Habits
The Art of Wellbeing works in a unique way to create a holistic package of care that supports overall health. Together we will look at the underlying cause to your habit(s), whether that is over-eating, drinking too much alcohol or smoking.
Weight Management/Weight Loss
On average, people who chronically suffer from stress have an average weight gain of over 30lbs. There are solutions available that do not involve surgery but will convince your mind and body that surgery has happened anyway. Explore these and other treatment options available.
Further information
Zoom, FaceTime & Telephone Consultations
These consultations are flexible to fit around your busy schedule and can be arranged early in the early morning, during the day, early evenings evenings.
Confidential Consultations
Consultations generally last for one hour. Where it is appropriate, the Art of Wellbeing always works alongside G.P.s and consultants to be complementary to traditional medicine. It is not to be considered an ‘alternative’ to it.
Therapies offered
Fees
£75.00 - £95.00
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Price Structure
Initial telephone discovery consultation: Free
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your particular requirements.
Sessions will be held via Zoom video.
Please email me today to find out which package of care is right for you.
When I work
From 8am - 6pm. Evening appointments available.
Further information
Consultations – Always confidential & non-judgemental
The journey to wellbeing consultations will be on Zoom video on a short and/or long-term basis. Consultations generally last up to one hour.
Where it is appropriate, the Art of Wellbeing Stress Recovery always works alongside G.P.s and consultants and is complementary to traditional medicine and is not to be considered an ‘alternative’ to it.
