A member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), Karen is committed to the Code of Ethics and Practice which ensure standards in counselling / psychotherapy.
Her formal qualifications include Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, M.I.A.C.P. Diploma in Counselling, H. Dip. Social Care and Social Practice, Dip. Parent Coaching, W.G. II Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (C.B.T.) and Brief Solution Focused Therapy, and a number of Post Dip Certifications including; Therapeutic Play, Couple Counselling and Relationship Counselling.
These accreditations help to assure you that Karen is appropriately qualified and works to recognised standards of professional competence.
“To Karen,
Would like to wish you the very best of luck …..
You have an amazing talent.
You have helped & coached me through extreme circumstances with a kindness & patience . The life skills I’ve learned from Karen have made a profound effect.” – anonymous previous client
At NorthStar Counselling about 10% of Karen’s counselling work is at reduced rates to support those in special hardship circumstances. She also lends her professional counselling experience to the panel of survivors of clerical child abuse.
Located in County Laois, Karen has a number of locations where you can avail of counselling.
I found Karen to be very easy to talk to she made me feel very comfortable and is a very informed therapist offering some practical solutions to my anxiety issues.
To Karen,
Would like to wish you the very best of luck in your new venture.
You have an amazing talent.
You have helped & coached me through extreme circumstances with a kindness & patience . The life skills I’ve learned from Karen have made a profound effect .
Just wanted to say thank you for all your help! You’ve literally help save me! You helped me deal with so many situations and problems and I still use your tips and guidance everyday to help me through, especially those days were I’m struggling. From being at breaking point, at my worst, because of all of your help, guidance and encouragement I’m in a better place, a happier place where I’ve finally found some peace. I really can’t thank you enough. X