- Guilt and shame
- Trauma work
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Kelly
Kelly Dynes is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with 11 years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, compassion fatigue, ADHD, addictions, relationship concerns, grief, parenting and anger. Her practice also addresses self esteem, career questions and coping with life changes, including guilt and shame.
She keeps sessions straightforward and person-focused. Kelly listens closely and gives honest feedback. She emphasises the relationship between counsellor and client as the foundation for useful work together.
Kelly has particular experience with people affected by trauma and bereavement. She also supports those living with long-term health conditions and chronic pain. Her own experience as a wheelchair user informs her understanding of disability and caring roles.
She works with people who are neurodivergent and is learning British Sign Language, though she cannot yet use it in sessions. Kelly describes inclusion as important in her practice and aims to adapt her approach to each person's needs.
Therapy methods include client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques, emotionally-focused approaches, mindfulness and trauma-focused methods. In sessions she helps people notice patterns, express difficult feelings, and try small, practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts or behaviours.
People usually begin by saying what feels most urgent. From there she and the client decide what to focus on and how to work together over time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says so they can clarify feelings and priorities. It helps when someone needs a patient listener and a straightforward way to talk through guilt or shame.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings and behaviours and tests small changes to break unhelpful patterns. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and repetitive self-blame.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people access and name underlying emotions and shift how they respond in relationships. It is often used when relationship patterns or intense emotions are part of the difficulty.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will talk with the client about what feels most helpful, try methods alongside each other, and adjust based on needs, goals and personal preferences. That collaborative process helps shape the focus and pace of sessions.
Confirm the session formats before you book, as they are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into busy days, allow for quieter surroundings, reduce the need for travel and offer shorter check-ins when that suits you. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly use remote work to help people keep continuity of care while balancing daily life.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, compassion fatigue, ADHD, addictions, relationship issues, grief, parenting and anger, among other concerns.
How does she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses person-centred conversation alongside cognitive and emotional approaches to help people understand and describe those feelings and try practical ways to respond to them.
What is her clinical experience?
She has 11 years of experience, with extensive work supporting people affected by trauma and bereavement.
What credentials and location apply?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be in other languages or for international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not specify formats.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.