Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you have been carrying things on your own for a long time. You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, stuck in difficult relationship patterns, or struggling with the effects of painful past experiences. Sometimes people come to therapy not because they are in crisis, but because they are tired of coping alone and want a space where they can finally feel heard and understood.
I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly at your own pace. Together, we can explore the difficulties you are facing, make sense of patterns in relationships, thoughts, and emotions, and work towards helping you feel more secure, confident, and connected within yourself and your relationships.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma, abuse, depression, attachment issues, low self-esteem, and emotional overwhelm. I understand that opening up can feel difficult, particularly if trust has been broken in the past or if you often feel misunderstood by others. Building a safe therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the work I do.
My approach is integrative, which means therapy is tailored to you as an individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. I draw from different therapeutic approaches including person-centred therapy, attachment-based therapy, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to support your individual needs and goals.
Whether you are looking for short-term support or longer-term therapy, I aim to provide a compassionate space where you feel safe to explore your experiences, better understand yourself, and begin creating positive and lasting change in your life.
Additional areas of focus: Coping with grief and loss, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #377162
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kelly Swan. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I enjoy my sessions with Kelly
Honestly feel she's helps me alot and I was not a believer in therapy
Written on Jan 20, 2024 after therapy with Kelly for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Kelly has been so helpful with my process around a very vulnerable time in my past and now and I am feeling much more perspective around the situation . Thanks !
Written on Sep 19, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and parenting issues
Kelly uses a range of techniques to help me explore and has helped me in my journey - the sessions feel alive and I feel held as I touch moments of grief and anger. I appreciate her support.
Written on Jul 13, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 3 months on issues concerning grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kelly is a brilliant therapist who has helped me become a much stronger, confident and resilient man. She is a star.
Written on May 19, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues
Kelly is brilliant, she listens without judgement, offers advice, options/ solutions to work out any issues
Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Kelly shows me respect and engages me so I can understand my feelings and how to move forward. The space she has created for me feels extremely safe and I am very glad to have been matched with her.
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd