Karen Bannerman, BACP
UK therapist for relationships and mood
- 25 years experience
- BACP member
- Offers video and text sessions
About Karen Bannerman
Karen Bannerman is a UK-licensed therapist with 25 years of professional experience who holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy membership, indicating adherence to recognised professional standards. She has worked extensively with people experiencing stress and anxiety, low mood and depression, relationship difficulties and family conflict, and has supported couples, young people and whole families through challenging times.
Her practice emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings freely. She aims to provide respectful, dignified care and works collaboratively with each person to identify practical goals and meaningful change. When a client would benefit from more specialised support, she will signpost to an appropriate agency or organisation to ensure needs are met.
Karen uses a client-focused approach that values honesty, empathy and clear communication. Prospective clients are invited to make initial contact to discuss their needs and the ways she might help, including the formats available for sessions. Her long experience informs a flexible, compassionate style tailored to the individual circumstances of each person she sees.
Her practice emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings freely. She aims to provide respectful, dignified care and works collaboratively with each person to identify practical goals and meaningful change. When a client would benefit from more specialised support, she will signpost to an appropriate agency or organisation to ensure needs are met.
Karen uses a client-focused approach that values honesty, empathy and clear communication. Prospective clients are invited to make initial contact to discuss their needs and the ways she might help, including the formats available for sessions. Her long experience informs a flexible, compassionate style tailored to the individual circumstances of each person she sees.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
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 disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-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
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Bannerman have?
Karen Bannerman has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Karen Bannerman a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential. No further license details were provided.
In which languages does Karen Bannerman provide therapy?
Karen Bannerman provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Bannerman located?
Karen Bannerman is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Karen Bannerman as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Bannerman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Bannerman work with international clients?
Karen Bannerman does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Bannerman 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.
Approaches that guide online care
Karen draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to shape online work. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns of relating and emotional bonding formed early in life and helps people understand how those patterns affect current relationships and responses to stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasises a warm, empathetic therapeutic relationship where the client leads the pace and focus of change and is useful for building self-esteem and exploring personal values. CBT is a practical, problem-focused approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, often used for anxiety, depression and stress-related issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Karen collaborates with each client to explore goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, adapting methods as therapy progresses to find the best fit for the individual's needs.
Online therapy with Karen is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexible options to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access regular support from a licensed professional without the need to travel, helping therapy fit more naturally into everyday life.