Karen Ball, BACP
Experienced counsellor for grief and life change
- Bereavement and loss
- Couples and family
- Creative therapy options
About Karen Ball
Karen Ball is an experienced counsellor, supervisor and trainer who supports people facing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement and a wide range of other life challenges. She works with individuals, couples, families and groups, drawing on a flexible, client-focused approach that adapts to each person rather than relying on a single method. As an accredited member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - she brings a professional grounding complemented by specialist training in bereavement, couples work and creative therapy.
Trained at Anglia Ruskin University with a BSc (Hons) in Integral Counselling, Karen combines talking therapies with creative techniques for those who find words difficult. She is also Relate trained for couple work and offers creative therapy options that can help express complex feelings and experiences. Her practice includes support for loss of many kinds - including the death of a loved one, changes in career or lifestyle, and the loss of pets - and she maintains particular expertise in trauma, addictions, intimacy and attachment-related concerns.
Alongside direct counselling, Karen provides supervision and personal therapy for qualified counsellors, trainees and other healthcare professionals, and she delivers training in counselling, supervision, bereavement and creative therapy. Her consulting locations include a discreet residential address in Mayland and the ExploringUcounselling premises in Sudbury, where she continues to work with people seeking compassionate, skilled support for change and recovery.
Trained at Anglia Ruskin University with a BSc (Hons) in Integral Counselling, Karen combines talking therapies with creative techniques for those who find words difficult. She is also Relate trained for couple work and offers creative therapy options that can help express complex feelings and experiences. Her practice includes support for loss of many kinds - including the death of a loved one, changes in career or lifestyle, and the loss of pets - and she maintains particular expertise in trauma, addictions, intimacy and attachment-related concerns.
Alongside direct counselling, Karen provides supervision and personal therapy for qualified counsellors, trainees and other healthcare professionals, and she delivers training in counselling, supervision, bereavement and creative therapy. Her consulting locations include a discreet residential address in Mayland and the ExploringUcounselling premises in Sudbury, where she continues to work with people seeking compassionate, skilled support for change and recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Ball have?
Karen Ball has 13 years of professional experience.
Is Karen Ball a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an accredited member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Karen Ball provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Karen Ball located?
Karen is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Karen Ball as my therapist?
You can work with Karen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Ball work with international clients?
Karen Ball does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Ball cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-directive environment where the client leads the pace and direction of work; this approach helps people explore feelings, build self-awareness and make choices during difficult life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, problem-focused method that examines how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and offers practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that can reduce reactivity, improve emotional regulation and support coping with persistent worries or physical tension.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Karen works collaboratively to identify what fits best with each person’s needs, goals and preferences. Together she and the client review progress and adjust techniques so sessions remain relevant and effective.
Online therapy with Karen is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access ongoing support from licensed professionals and therapists when in-person sessions are not convenient, helping people maintain consistency in care while balancing work, family and other commitments.