Kelly Mayes, BACP

Kelly Mayes welcomes people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or big life changes. She explains things simply and makes space for clients to talk about what matters most. Kelly describes beginning work as a brave step and aims to support people who want clearer direction and more steady days.

Kelly uses an open, non-judgemental style in sessions so people can say what they really think and feel. She works alongside each person to set goals that matter to them and to try new ways of coping between meetings. Conversations focus on practical steps as well as making sense of past experiences.

Her background includes nine years working in therapeutic roles across the United Kingdom. She has particular experience supporting people with trauma, self-harm, social anxiety and issues often faced by young adults. These areas often overlap with stress, sleep trouble, relationship strain and grief.

Kelly holds registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That is recorded here as BACP. She uses that professional framework to guide ethical practice and ongoing learning.

Sessions with Kelly aim to combine clear, simple tools and careful listening. People leave with short, practical tasks and ideas to try between sessions. She encourages regular review so the work stays relevant and focused on each person's goals.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Kelly works using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to help people manage distress and build coping skills. One common approach is focused problem-solving and skills work, which teaches practical strategies to reduce anxiety, improve sleep and manage day-to-day stress. Another approach emphasises safely processing distressing experiences so they feel less overwhelming and better contained in daily life.

Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss how each method fits the person's needs, goals and pace. Decisions about techniques are made collaboratively so the plan matches what the client hopes to change.

Please confirm the exact session formats offered before booking as they are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, study or family commitments. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make arranging appointments more flexible. Registered or accredited professionals aim to adapt the practical details so therapy fits into everyday life without adding extra strain.