Great therapist who has helped me immensely, offering me such simple, but hugely effective techniques to change how I think. I can't recommend highly enough.
Karen Bell, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 9 reviews
- Great news, Karen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Karen has helped me change my life. She’s an outstanding counsellor who I cannot recommend enough.
More about Karen
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Hello and welcome to my profile.
www.betterhelp.com/karen-bell
My name is Karen Bell and I am a qualified counsellor in the UK. I am a person-centred counsellor (also known as Rogerian, after Carl Rogers). That means how you feel is my priority, I care about your needs and what you bring to your sessions is not judged.
I am a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP).
I have been working in counselling for over 16 years.
My experience consists of working as a counsellor in a GP surgery, working for Someone Cares as a trauma counsellor with clients who are suicidal, self-harm and have experienced child sexual abuse and working for Northumbria Police as an Occupational Health Counsellor specialising in trauma and EAP, which gave me a wealth of experience in working with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, bereavement and other losses.
Dealing with life’s stresses can get on top of us and counselling is an ideal way forward. People have many ways of coping and this can often lead to habits and addictions. If your issue is not listed, please still make contact. Talking therapy is statistically proven to lead to optimum mental health.
If you have been a victim of narcissistic abuse and/or gaslighting, you have come to the right place. It is not your imagination.
Regardless of gender or sexuality, culture or religion, you are welcome to access my service.
If you have one of the protected characteristics you are absolutely welcome. You are in good company if you are on the spectrum or have ADHD and please tell me all about your needs, wants and special interests.
I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgement.
You are never wasting my time.
Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Counselling via chat, phone, and especially video is very powerful.
I look forward to meeting you and working with you very soon.
Kind regards,
Karen
PLEASE NOTE: This is not an emergency service. If you can not wait for a session, please contact the Samaritans on 116 123 or the emergency services on 999 in the UK or go to A & E.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Trichotillomania
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Hypnotherapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 401329 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Karen Bell
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Great therapist who has helped me immensely, offering me such simple, but hugely effective techniques to change how I think. I can't recommend highly enough.
Karen has helped me change my life. She’s an outstanding counsellor who I cannot recommend enough.
Karen is kind and patient and offers very practical advice when needed while also giving me the space to reach my own conclusions. I've felt a definite change in mood and perspective since starting therapy with her.
I have only met with Karen once and it was aa good meeting; I felt understood and look forward to continuing with her.
The sessions with Karen are always relaxing and she has a good sense of humor. In the course of a relaxed conversation, you'll notice those heavy and stubborn issues start to change slightly. She is very wise and gives pertinent advice. Personally, I don't need a counselor who tell “what I want to hear” to me all the time. Karen always hits the nail on the head with the issues and the motivations and reasons behind them, which is exciting. I know I'm on the right path and am very grateful for her help!
Karen is amazing! She always listens and try for me to participate as much as I can, she doesn’t give me straight answers but want me to work on the understanding issue and dig dip myself! She is professional but super friendly and warm at the same time! I’d highly recommend her to anyone that deals with similar issues to mine !
Karen is a lovely person, already helped me to feel better. I strongly recommend her
Good communication
It astounded me how quickly I connected with Karen and she made me feel completely comfortable and safe. In my first session we made tremendous progress - and progress I will remember for the rest of my life. Karen is a highly skilled therapist who uses therapies to assist healing and understanding emotions. I couldn’t recommend her more.
Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Bell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Bell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Karen Bell speak?
Karen Bell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Karen Bell have?
Karen Bell has 18 years of experience.
Where is Karen Bell licensed to practice?
Karen Bell is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Karen Bell accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Karen Bell accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Karen Bell offer?
Karen Bell offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Karen Bell?
Karen Bell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Karen Bell?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.