Karen Martin
Warm, practical psychotherapy for adult wellbeing
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About
Karen Martin is a counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom with 4 years of professional experience. She supports adults facing stress and anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, addictions, intimacy-related concerns, sleep problems, and the practical challenges of coping with life changes.
Karen also works with people who are grieving or who want to rediscover a sense of purpose, with the aim of helping them create a more fulfilling life on their own terms. Her practice emphasises restoring stability and balance by improving self-awareness and emotional regulation.
Working in a client-centred way, Karen uses talk therapy alongside cognitive behaviour therapy and EMDR - a modality commonly used for clients dealing with historical trauma. Her manner is warm and interactive, and she approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Acknowledging that beginning therapy can be difficult, she collaborates with clients to examine unhelpful beliefs and explore alternative ways of responding to life’s situations.
She looks forward to working with you.
- Location:
- United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Years Experience:
- 4
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compulsion, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gambling, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Vaping, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials:
- NPI Number:
- License: BACP #401287 exp 2026-08-23
Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life changes, online therapy has been found to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most cases.
One major benefit is flexibility - you can connect in the format that suits you best, whether by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep continuity of care when circumstances change.
Therapists offering online care are licensed professionals, and if you feel the need for a different fit you can switch therapists at any time. For many people, remote sessions provide an accessible, practical route to consistent therapeutic support.
How much experience does Karen Martin have?
Karen Martin has 4 years of professional experience in therapy.
In which languages does Karen Martin provide therapy?
Karen Martin provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Martin located?
Karen Martin is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Karen Martin as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Martin by Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
Does Karen Martin work with international clients?
Karen Martin does work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Martin cost?
Fees for working with Karen Martin can vary depending on factors such as your location and her availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For the most up-to-date information, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
To get started with Karen Martin, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with her. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.