Kellie Smitheman

Please contact me to discuss availability for online or face-to-face session times. 

Hello, my name is Kellie and I am an empathetic and experienced Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor for adults; and a qualified Parent Coach, supporting both Neurotypical and Neurodiverse family constellations. My Person-Centred approach offers you a safe and creative, non-judgemental space, in which to explore your reasons for seeking the therapeutic support of a counsellor.

I have over 20 years experience of working face-to-face, or online, with adults of all ages. I coach parents of both SEN and Neurotypical children; and I support clients and/or their carers, of those living with Dementia. 

Sessions are tailored to meet each individual client’s needs. You may be going through a challenging period; seeking support to work through a specific problem; experiencing difficult feelings, or just needing a confidential chat about something going on in your life. 

I may offer up some ‘self-care’ practices, problem solving and coping strategies alongside Psychotherapeutic Counselling practices.

I hold a UK qualification in Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counselling, of adults and children. I am trained in the use of creative interventions, helping clients process thoughts and feelings without using words. This includes the use of visual imagery such as mood boards; postcards; or sand tray. I am an Anusara Hatha Yoga Teacher, using breathwork in my practice. 

I support neurodiversity and inclusion. I have worked with adults & children in communities, schools, SEN departments, Dementia & frail care settings; Community Arts venues and local Refugee centres, in the UK and other countries. 

My qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Stellenbosch, S.Africa), Psychotherapeutic Counselling of Adults and Children (BACP; UKCP accredited). Early Years, Attachment, Childhood Studies, ASD and Dementia training. Family Links Early Years and Teens parent group facilitation. Anusara Hatha Yoga Teacher. Post Graduate Diploma in Creative Arts Education (HE). 

I am an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, with a Person-Centred and creative approach. I offer online counselling and face-to-face sessions for individuals and groups, in a studio setting or outdoors. 

Each session is tailored to meet a client’s individual needs. Through listening, conversation and ongoing reflection, I will offer you a confidential space to chat and discuss your reasons for seeking the support of a counsellor or coach. Together, we can unpack and explore what comes up in our sessions together. This can offer up new perspectives and insights. 

I am trained in both talking therapy and the use of creative interventions in therapy. This includes using visual imagery, mood boards, postcards, sand tray during sessions, which may help you to explore and discover new insights and perspectives, without the need for words.

As a Anusara Hatha Yoga Teacher, I can also support you to explore breathwork, which can help to enhance feelings of calm and relaxation.

I offer a range of 50 minute Counselling session options:
– Online counselling across the UK for individuals or couples.
– Face-to-face counselling using Arts in Therapy, in a purpose-built art studio in Surrey, for individuals, couples, or groups.
– Face-to face counselling in an outdoor setting in Surrey, for individuals (with or without a service/support dog).

Please email me for further information. 

It is important that you find the right counsellor, that you feel comfortable and relaxed with. I therefore offer an initial free 20 minute consultation, to discuss counselling. This session is an opportunity for you to explain your situation and for me to tell you a little more about how I work. You may ask any questions you have regarding counselling. After the initial online consultation, you can decide if would like to continue and pursue short or longer-term counselling. In the next session, we will spend a short time completing some necessary admin forms, before starting the counselling session.