Counsellor profile
Kay Vickers, BACP, NCPS
Based in United Kingdom ยท 12 years of experience
Counsellor for anxiety and relationship issues
Continue with KayAt a glance
- Registrations
- BACP, United Kingdom (327087); NCPS, United Kingdom (NCS17-05344)
- Qualifications
- BACP, NCPS
- Experience
- 12 years
- Languages
- English
- Based in
- United Kingdom
Details come from information Kay supplied to BetterHelp.
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship problems
- CBT and ACT methods
About Kay
BACP, NCPS. 12 years' experience. Kay Vickers works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression and relationship and intimacy-related concerns using approaches she lists such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method. She practises in the United Kingdom and carries a focus on things like addictions, grief, coping with life changes and compassion fatigue.
Kay describes her style as down-to-earth and collaborative. She works with people who feel stuck, who have unwanted thoughts or behaviours, or who face work-related stress. Sessions aim to identify what maintains a difficulty and to try practical ways to reduce distress.
In session she draws on client-centred therapy to listen and reflect, and on CBT to look at patterns of thought and behaviour. She also uses ACT techniques to help people clarify values and take committed action. The Gottman Method is part of her approach for relationship and communication problems.
Kay pays attention to attachment and related themes such as abandonment, codependency and commitment issues. She also supports people dealing with anger, impulsivity, infidelity, loneliness and family problems. This means sessions can cover practical communication skills alongside exploration of past patterns.
Her practice combines talking, skill building and short homework tasks when helpful. Sessions are intended to be collaborative - the counsellor and client decide together what to try next. Prospective clients who need clarity on formats should confirm options before booking.
How Kay uses therapy methods online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action that matters to them, even when difficult thoughts or feelings remain. It can be useful for anxiety, feeling stuck and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns, often helping with anxiety, depression and sleep problems. The Gottman Method focuses on communication and interaction patterns in relationships and supports people who want clearer ways to handle conflict and rebuild trust.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and try methods together to find what helps best. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work and family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-in meetings when needed. It also makes it possible to continue regular sessions during busy periods, and therapists can combine talking, practical exercises and brief tasks between appointments to keep progress moving.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kay help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship and intimacy-related issues, plus topics such as addictions, grief and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a down-to-earth, collaborative style that combines client-centred listening with practical methods from CBT and ACT.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years' experience in counselling and psychotherapy practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with BACP and NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin counselling with her?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
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