Kirsty Woodier, BACP

Kirsty Woodier offers counselling for common and painful struggles such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief and low self-esteem. She supports people facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, addiction concerns and life changes. Kirsty also works with issues like anger, career worries, ADHD and obsessive thoughts. Her practice is grounded in respect and straightforward care. Kirsty uses a person-centred approach as her main way of working. That means she aims to listen without judgement and help people find their own solutions. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which focuses on how thoughts, feelings and actions link together and what practical steps can help. Kirsty trained in psychology and counselling. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, recorded as BACP, and continues with supervision and short courses as part of ongoing development. In sessions she keeps language simple and practical. Conversations focus on what matters now and on small, achievable changes. She aims to make the work feel collaborative, with clear steps to try between sessions when that is helpful. People choose Kirsty when they want thoughtful listening paired with practical ideas. If you are thinking about counselling, she asks that you take the first step and start a conversation.

How these approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on respectful listening, empathy and helping people feel heard. Online sessions using this approach aim to give space for a person to tell their story and reflect on choices, which can help with grief, low self-esteem and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. Online CBT often includes setting small tasks to try between sessions, tracking thinking patterns and practising different responses for issues like anxiety, intrusive thoughts and mood changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and agree together on which methods to use. That collaboration helps shape a plan that can change as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. It can also make it simpler to continue work when routines shift, while keeping the focus on clear goals and practical steps.