Karen Cromwell

I can offer appointments in the morning, afternoon and evening.

I currently have available appointments and will respond within 24 hours to any enquiry.

Hi,  my name is Karen Cromwell and I am a qualified counsellor with 30 years experience in private practice and 13 years in NHS. I am a registered member of the 麻豆原创.  

During my 4 year training, I studied a variety of  therapeutic approaches, including person-centred, CBT and solution focused; which enables me to work in the best way for you, depending on your goals.  I have a particular interest in helping clients understand the connection between the body and the mind, and I am passionate about supporting people in the practical application of stress management skills.

With a warm and very personal approach, my intent is to help you see where you have choices in your life, and to help you develop the inner resources to deal with any problems or feelings whatever the cause. As  your counsellor, I am committed to offering you support, honesty and respect, in a safe, confidential environment; and within that atmosphere you have the opportunity to talk and be heard.  I also have a strong commitment to my own ongoing personal development, and I am enthusiastic about sharing my experience and understanding with kindness, and without judgement.

Before I studied counselling, I was already qualified in deep tissue massage, and I experienced how much people hold trauma and stress in their bodies.  As a result of this growing awareness, I felt I wanted to understand more about how to help people overcome their emotional difficulties, which if left unaddressed, would often result in physical symptoms.  One of my specialties now is teaching my clients strategies to increase their self awareness, and  also how to release stress, tension and trauma held within the body; including how to switch off the stress response.

Counselling sessions with me last one hour, and cost 拢55.  Reduced rates are available if necessary.

I offer counselling in 3 different ways:

• Face to face with increased protection for Covid
  
• Online via Zoom or Teams
• Outdoors in nature - walk and talk

The first session is an opportunity to find out what you need and to see if you feel comfortable talking to me.  If you decide to continue, we can explore your reasons for coming, and perhaps identify some goals, which helps to set the focus for our time together.  

Feedback from a client:

鈥淔rom the moment we met, I knew I was in safe hands.  Karen held me through my darkest days, guided me through my healing journey, and rejoiced in my growth.  We鈥檝e built one of the strongest relationships I have in my life; I know she wants what鈥檚 best for me, I鈥檝e never felt judged, and I can finally be my true self.  I will be grateful for Karen鈥檚 kind and loving presence in my life forever.鈥�

JR Shrewsbury