Karen Lloyd, a warm and collaborative Integrative Therapist, MBACP.
I understand that asking for help is never easy, which is why I strive to create a warm, collaborative environment where you can feel safe and supported.
Your life experiences make you the expert of your journey, so I see my role as one of partnership - working together to explore how I can support you in meaningful ways.
I offer in-person counselling in Stockport, Greater Manchester or remotely through video call or telephone.
If you're considering reaching out, I am happy to offer a free 30-minute introductory call to see if we'd be a good fit.
TESTIMONIALS
Client Review
"Karen is very kind and reassuring, creating a safe and relaxing atmosphere. She puts you at ease and has a calming effect, so that it is easier to open up when you are ready to.
She is very professional, but also extremely personable... a bit like having a friend who can help you in areas where your friends cannot!
Thank you Karen, for easing my journey through a very difficult personal time... which was exacerbated by the worsening of my Mum's dementia. I felt so desperate and alone and you made it all more bearable, helping me to find my way through, and helping me to handle my inner issues and lows with fibromyalgia as well. Thank you so much."
Client Review
"I started seeing Karen after the loss of my baby a week before Christmas. Back then I was so overwhelmed with grief I was struggling to cope, and also feeling extreme guilt for how my grief was affecting the rest of my family.
I started to have weekly sessions with Karen, who allowed me to take things at my own pace and made me feel extremely comfortable and at ease. She made me see that nothing I was feeling was bad or wrong.
She helped me with coping strategies and gave me tools to help myself along the way. I'm in a much better place now and although I will always grieve my little lost one, that grief is no longer overwhelming and consuming. Thank you Karen."
EXPERIENCE
Integrative Therapist at Karen Lloyd Counselling & Psychotherapy.
I have two calming therapy spaces in Stockport where we can meet, or I can support you online. I offer reduced rates depending on individual circumstances. My standard fee is £45 per session.
Counselling Practitioner at Trafford Carers Centre.
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Integrative Therapist at Finding Rainbows.
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Specialist Mental Health Mentor at Cosmic People.
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EDUCATION, TRAINING & MEMBERSHIP
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
Diploma in Children & Young People's Mental Health & Wellness.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism.
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills.
MBACP, Registered Member of the BACP, British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy.
Counselling Online, The Open University.
BACP Certificate of Proficiency.
The Care Certificate.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills.
Communications (BA Hons) 2.1, Birmingham City University.
Currently studying Diploma in Trauma Release.
MY APPROACHES
