Kirsty Waite, BACP
Kirsty Waite, integrative counsellor for life transitions
- Stress and anxiety support
- Carer lived experience
- Collaborative flexible approach
About Kirsty Waite
Kirsty Waite is an integrative counsellor who offers a calm, compassionate space for people navigating stress, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, and life transitions. She works from a belief that each person is the expert in their own life, and she tailors her approach to fit individual needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. With three years of professional experience and over 600 clinical hours, Kirsty blends person-centred listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and psychodynamic insights to help clients make sense of difficult emotions and move toward meaningful change.
Her practice includes support for parenting challenges, chronic illness and disability - including carers - relationship difficulties, sleep problems, career concerns, and compassion fatigue. Kirsty also brings lived experience as a carer, which informs her empathy, patience, and understanding when working with people balancing caregiving responsibilities and their own wellbeing. She describes her work as collaborative and supportive, respectful of each client’s pace and values, and flexible in approach while offering structure when needed.
Kirsty is credentialed in the United Kingdom and holds accreditation with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She is accepting new clients and welcomes those seeking a non-judgemental, empowering space to explore challenges and build resilience.
Her practice includes support for parenting challenges, chronic illness and disability - including carers - relationship difficulties, sleep problems, career concerns, and compassion fatigue. Kirsty also brings lived experience as a carer, which informs her empathy, patience, and understanding when working with people balancing caregiving responsibilities and their own wellbeing. She describes her work as collaborative and supportive, respectful of each client’s pace and values, and flexible in approach while offering structure when needed.
Kirsty is credentialed in the United Kingdom and holds accreditation with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She is accepting new clients and welcomes those seeking a non-judgemental, empowering space to explore challenges and build resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kirsty Waite have?
Kirsty Waite has 3 years of professional counselling experience.
Is Kirsty Waite a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds accreditation with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Kirsty Waite provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kirsty Waite located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Kirsty Waite as my therapist?
You can work with Kirsty Waite through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kirsty Waite work with international clients?
Yes, Kirsty Waite works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kirsty Waite 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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
CBT - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. It offers practical tools for managing anxiety, low mood, panic, and stress-related difficulties by focusing on thoughts, feelings, and actions and developing new coping strategies.Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace. It is useful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and supporting life transitions by validating the client’s perspective and strengths.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships and emotional responses. It can be helpful for people working with abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, and difficulties forming or maintaining intimate connections.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kirsty collaborates with each person to identify which methods best suit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts sessions over time as progress and priorities evolve. Licensed professionals and therapists work together with clients to tailor the pathway forward.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video or phone let clients meet face-to-face without travel, while live chat and text-based messaging provide more immediate or lower-intensity options when needed. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, support access across locations, and maintain continuity of care during life changes.