Kirsty Black, NCPS

Kirsty Black is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She holds a BA (HONS) in Counselling and is accredited with NCPS, and she has worked in charitable organisations, schools, universities and private practice. Kirsty describes herself as neurodivergent-affirming and aims to treat people with respect, compassion and sensitivity.

She has supported people in helping roles for 16 years prior to formal counselling work. That background informs a practical, down-to-earth style in sessions. Kirsty works integratively and draws on a range of therapeutic tools to meet individual needs.

Her areas of focus include stress, anxiety, relationships, family issues, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and intimacy-related concerns. Additional interests include body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness, neurodiversity and kink-informed work among others. Sexual dysfunction appears among her listed focuses and may be discussed in therapy when relevant.

Kirsty uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. She also offers creative options in sessions when helpful, for example art, play therapy elements and therapeutic exercises tailored to each person.

She is currently undertaking an MSc in Child and Adolescent Mental Health with family-focused study and takes part in ongoing professional development. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. To begin, clients follow the platform Start Therapy process and schedule a session once matched.

How Kirsty’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and to take steps that fit their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress and life changes by focusing on meaningful action rather than struggling with thoughts. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centres on understanding emotional patterns in close relationships and improving how people express needs and respond to one another. It is often used for relationship and intimacy-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and teaches practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety, low mood and sleep problems.

Finding the right approach is a joint process. Kirsty works collaboratively to identify which methods fit a person’s situation, goals and preferences. She adapts techniques over time and invites feedback so the plan stays relevant to what the client wants to achieve.

Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life and to continue therapy when travel or schedules are challenging. The original profile indicates she offers online, telephone and digital text therapy, so please confirm available formats before booking. Many people find brief video or phone check-ins useful for shorter updates, while text options can suit people who prefer written reflection or more flexible timing.