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Kim Poyser

Kim Poyser

BACP

Therapist · United Kingdom · 5+ years of experience

Experienced counsellor for life stressors

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  • Client-centred approach
  • Solution-focused work
  • Calm practical support

About Kim

Kim Poyser is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, depression, grief and anger. She also supports those facing life changes, intimacy concerns, eating issues, parenting pressures and LGBT-related matters. Kim brings a calm, respectful approach and aims to make first steps feel manageable for someone who is worried or unsure.

She has five years of professional counselling experience in private practice and a longer background in social care. Over two decades working with young people and vulnerable adults shaped her practical understanding of daily struggles and caring roles. Earlier roles included pastoral counselling in further and higher education, project work with Barnardo's and online counselling with Childline.

Kim is a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, shown as BACP, and she follows their ethical framework. She is DBS checked and holds professional insurance. Her history includes training workshops on self-harm, suicide and wider mental health topics.

In sessions she adapts the conversation and plan to each person. Her work draws on client-centred and solution-focused ways of working, keeping discussion grounded and forward-looking. Many clients find this practical emphasis helps when the goal is coping, clearer decisions or reducing short-term distress.

People who reach out can expect straightforward, non-judgemental conversation and a tailored plan. Kim aims to listen first, then work together on steps that fit daily life and personal priorities.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

How her approaches shape online work

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s own goals and perspective. The counsellor reflects what is said and helps individuals find their own answers, which can be useful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship strain and grief.

Solution-focused therapy looks for small, practical steps that move things forward. It concentrates on what is already working and on building short-term goals, which many people find helpful for managing stress, anxiety and anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kim will discuss what feels most useful and adapt methods to match a person’s needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that starts with simple conversation about what someone hopes to change.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and reduce travel time. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed, and can be chosen when a quieter space or being off-camera better fits the moment. Many people value the practical convenience while still working on clear, step-by-step goals with a registered professional.

At a glance

Listed location
United Kingdom
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Registration (United Kingdom)
BACP · No. 394018

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Frequently asked questions

What problems does Kim help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, anger and coping with life changes. Additional areas include parenting pressures, intimacy matters, LGBT concerns and trauma-related issues.

How would she work with me in sessions?

Sessions are conversational and practical. Kim listens first, then helps set clear, achievable steps using client-centred and solution-focused ideas.

What experience does she bring?

Kim has five years in private counselling plus many years in social care and pastoral roles. She has worked with young people, vulnerable adults, Barnardo's projects and as an online counsellor with Childline.

What professional credentials does she hold?

She is a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), is DBS checked and has professional insurance.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Kim?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and registration details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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