Kelly Dodd
Registered Member MBACP
Contact information
- Phone number
- 07459962809
Features
- Flexible hours available
Availability
Psychotherapeutic Counselling online or in a comfortable and private space at 'The Practice Rooms' in Reading Town centre.
About me and my therapy practice
Hi, I'm Kelly, a qualified therapist working with people aged 16+. My approach is calm and welcoming, offering a space where you can talk openly about your concerns. I bring warmth and my human side into sessions, supporting you to make sense of what you’re experiencing and explore the changes you’d like to make.
Practice description
Professional experience...
Since 2010, I have worked across dementia services, NHS settings, counselling agencies, the charity sector, and private practice, supporting people with a wide range of emotional and practical challenges.
Areas I support...
- Living with Dementia – Support for people living with dementia, including carers and family members. Adjusting to a dementia diagnosis. Navigating changes in relationships and roles. Coping with stress, grief, and uncertainty. Exploring the emotional and practical challenges of caring
- Bereavement & Loss – Grief, bereavement, and significant life changes. Support in processing loss and changes in identity.
- Relationships & Life Pressures – Relationship difficulties, communication issues, and life pressures. Exploring patterns and impacts.
- Mental Health & Wellbeing – Anxiety, depression, stress, low mood, self-esteem, and overwhelming thoughts. Support to understand and manage emotional experiences.
- Additionally, I have experience working with services supporting people affected by sexual assault and homicide bereavement.
Qualifications...
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). My work integrates Humanistic and Psychodynamic approaches..
- BSc (Honours) Psychology with Counselling (currently studying)
- CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
My first session
- 50 minute sessions are initially held weekly at an agreed day and time.
- In person sessions are held in The Practice Rooms in Reading Town Centre.
- Online sessions are held on Zoom
- The first session is a chance to get to know each other and establish the support you would like to receive in more depth.
- I can hold regular reviews and maintain a flexible way of working to ensure my support works for you.
Next steps...
Feel free to contact me to book a free consultation call. We can discuss the reasons you're considering counselling and to see if we feel if I am the right therapist to help.
If we agree to go ahead, we can arrange your first session.
What I can help with
Abuse, Anger management, Anxiety, Autism spectrum, Bereavement, Child related issues, Depression, Health related issues, Loss, Menopause, Neurodiversity, Personal development, Post-traumatic stress, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues
Types of therapy
Humanistic, Integrative, Person centred, Psychodynamic, Relational
Clients I work with
Adults, Older adults, Young people
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work, Telephone therapy, Time-limited