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Kirsty Woodier, BACP
United Kingdom
Counsellor - anxiety and relationships
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- Person-centred approach
- BACP member
About Kirsty
Kirsty Woodier is a counsellor accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with three years' experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, addiction issues, parenting strains and challenges linked to family life. Kirsty also works with concerns such as anger, low self-esteem, career transition, ADHD and obsessive or compulsive behaviours.
Kirsty uses a person-centred way of working alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. In sessions she listens to what matters most to each person and then introduces practical steps to notice thoughts and try different responses. Conversations aim to be straightforward and focused on what the client wants to change.
Her background includes a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, and she is a BACP member. She has ongoing supervision and keeps up with continuing professional development through workshops and training.
Typical sessions involve talking through current problems, identifying unhelpful thinking and habitual responses, and practising small experiments to test new ways of coping. Kirsty also pays attention to relationship patterns such as attachment, codependency, blended family dynamics and communication problems.
People come for short-term practical work or for longer support with complex issues such as trauma, domestic violence or longstanding family problems. The focus is on clear steps people can use between sessions to manage emotions and daily challenges.
How her approaches work for online sessions
Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a person-centred style. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioural experiments to reduce anxiety or low mood. It is useful for stress, worry, obsessive thoughts and coping with life changes.Person-centred work means the counsellor listens closely and follows the client’s priorities. This approach helps when someone wants space to discuss feelings, relationships or family concerns and to make practical decisions at their own pace.
Deciding on the right method is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss which techniques suit the client’s goals, whether that is short-term CBT-focused steps or ongoing person-centred conversations. The choice is made collaboratively, based on what the client hopes to achieve.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, childcare or travel. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed and avoid the need to travel to appointments, which can help keep ongoing work practical and manageable.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, grief, addictions, parenting pressures and ADHD-related concerns.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She combines CBT techniques with a person-centred style. That means looking at unhelpful thoughts and testing practical ways to respond differently in daily life.
What is her professional background?
She has a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and three years of experience working as a counsellor.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.