I am a BACP registered counsellor in the UK with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss.
My approach
I adopt an Integrative approach, which means that I can draw on different theories but mostly Person Centred and Psychodynamic modalities. This means that the therapy is focused on you, working collaboratively together. Using the Core Conditions of empathy, acceptance and congruence in order to find your true self; the authentic part which you may have lost along the way. Using the inner resources you already have which can give you the potential for growth. You are the expert on yourself, with guidance you will come to realise that.
Together we will go back into your past to see how it influences you in the here and now. This can be scary sometimes because there may be painful memories that you don’t want to face but in this safe environment, you will be able to process how your past experiences have made you the person you are today.
I will explore patterns of behaviour that may have served you well when you were younger but now as an adult may need to be reviewed. I will look at how you connect to others and yourself and what defence mechanisms you use and what coping strategies you have in place. If an attachment style becomes obvious, then we will explore that as relevant.
My approach is not directive so I will not tell you what to do; I may make suggestions but you have complete autonomy.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) #386077
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kay Pickard. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Kay listens attentively and helps me approach my problems in an objective way, without making me feel judged or pressured to adopt her perspective. Her guidance has truly helped me let go of some of my anxieties, and I feel that she has significantly contributed to improving my mental health and the way I handle challenges.
Written on Jan 03, 2025 after therapy with Kay for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
I have really enjoyed working with Kay. She listens & responds well. She always makes good suggestions and also tries to make me see things from a different perspective. Would definitely recommend her to anyone :)
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Kay for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes