Counsellor profile
Kirsty Woodier, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- Person-centred approach
- CBT techniques
- BACP member
About Kirsty
Counsellor Kirsty Woodier is a BACP member with three years' experience. She works with stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions and parenting concerns among other issues. Kirsty practices in the United Kingdom and holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Kirsty favours a person-centred way of working. That means she listens, reflects back what she hears and follows the concerns you bring. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques when they fit the issue, for example with anxiety, low mood or unhelpful thinking patterns.
Sessions are conversational. Kirsty helps people talk through practical steps, spot patterns and try small changes between meetings. She keeps things straightforward and focuses on what helps in everyday life, such as coping with loss, relationship strain, or work stress.
Her background in psychology informs how she links thoughts, emotions and behaviour. Regular clinical supervision and continuing professional development are part of her practice. This supports ongoing reflection on case work and skill development.
Additional areas she addresses include attachment issues, blended family problems, codependency, communication difficulties, divorce and separation, domestic violence, guilt and shame, isolation, and obsessive or compulsive behaviours. Clients who prefer to work in English will be able to do so.
How Kirsty uses person-centred work and CBT for online counselling
Person-centred work focuses on listening and responding to what you bring. The counsellor follows your concerns, reflects back what she hears and helps you make sense of your feelings and choices. This approach can be helpful for relationship strain, grief and issues with self-esteem.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It uses straightforward exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and build different responses. CBT can be useful for anxiety, low mood and repetitive thinking patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kirsty will discuss which methods might suit your goals and try things collaboratively. She adapts her use of person-centred listening and CBT tools to what you say and what you want to change.
Confirm the session formats on the booking page before you sign up. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. If you need a quieter or lower-bandwidth option, mention that when you book so arrangements can be discussed.
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Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kirsty commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, low self-esteem and depression, among other issues listed on her profile.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Kirsty uses a person-centred approach, listening and reflecting to follow what matters to you. She adds CBT techniques when they suit the presenting problem.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist.
What professional credentials does she hold and where does she practise?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions booked and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions are taken via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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