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Karen Yuen, BACP

Karen Yuen is a counsellor who works in a warm, person-centred way.

About Karen

Karen Yuen is a counsellor who works in a warm, person-centred way. She is a BACP registered counsellor with eight years' experience in NHS Direct, community therapy and spiritual settings. Karen aims to make sessions straightforward and grounded so people can talk about what matters most to them.

She draws on person-centred practice and trauma-focused thinking to support people through anxiety, stress and depression. Karen also uses EMDR as part of her work for clients processing traumatic memories.

Background and approach

She describes her style as curious, compassionate and practical. Karen pays attention to how culture and upbringing shape our beliefs and behaviour. As a British East Asian woman who has lived in several countries, she brings awareness of multicultural concerns and women's issues into the room.

This helps her notice where cultural values might be influencing a person's choices and feelings. Sessions focus on helping people understand patterns that come from family, carers and past experiences. Karen helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts, name the feelings that come up and try practical tools such as breathing exercises, visualisation or role play when useful.

The aim of her work is to build clearer self-understanding and stronger self-trust. She supports people to make changes at a pace that suits them, whether they want short-term problem solving or longer-term exploration.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	406030	February 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How Karen works online with trauma and person-centred care

Karen uses person-centred counselling to create a steady, listening approach where the person's concerns set the agenda. This style focuses on understanding a person's experience and building trust so they can think through feelings and choices.

She also uses Trauma-Focused Therapy to help people process the effects of traumatic events. This approach looks at how past experiences shape current reactions and helps people develop new ways of responding to triggers. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, is used as a tool for processing traumatic memories and reducing the intensity of distressing images or sensations.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss different options with each person and agree together what to try first. Goals, preferences and safety guide those decisions so the work fits the individual's needs.

Online sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering practical flexibility. Video works well for deeper conversations and visual cues, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and text or chat suits brief check-ins or people who prefer typing. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping sessions consistent and accessible.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Karen specialise in?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career issues, family concerns and coping with life changes. There is additional focus on multicultural concerns and women's issues.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

The approach is primarily client-centred, with trauma-focused techniques and EMDR used when appropriate. Sessions aim to be curious, compassionate and practical.

What is Karen's professional background?

She has eight years' experience working in NHS Direct, community low-cost therapy and spiritual settings. Her experience includes working with diverse cultural contexts and people from varied backgrounds.

What credentials and location are listed?

Karen is a Registered Member of the BACP and works from the United Kingdom. Her membership is noted as BACP in her profile.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available online?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to fit different needs and routines.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with this counsellor?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's available times.