Kelly Dodd

I currently have availability for people aged 16 and over. I work both online and in person at The Practice Rooms in Reading town centre.

The truth is, we will all find ourselves in need of emotional support at some point in our lives. People usually reach out to me when their feelings have become difficult to manage, their relationships are being negatively impacted, and everyday life feels like a struggle.

I bring human understanding alongside a variety of therapeutic experience. My aim is to provide a comfortable space where you can talk openly about your concerns and make sense of how you are feeling. Whatever brings you to counselling, I will work alongside you to understand your experiences and find a way forward that feels right for you.

I know first-hand how difficult it can be to share your vulnerabilities, so I will work at your pace, helping you feel heard, understood and supported.

What I can help with...

• Anxiety, stress and feeling overwhelmed
• Low self-esteem and negative self-beliefs
• Relationship difficulties
• Grief and loss
• Life changes and transitions
• Difficult past experiences
• Feeling stuck, lost or lacking confidence
• Developing healthier ways of coping

My experience... 

I am a qualified Level 5 Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

I have experience across NHS and Talking Therapies services, charities, agencies and private practice, supporting people with a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns.

I also have extensive experience supporting people affected by dementia, including people living with dementia and those caring for someone with dementia.

I work integratively, drawing on humanistic and psychodynamic approaches and adapting my approach to suit you as an individual.

Qualifications...

BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling (currently studying)

CPCAB Level 5 Psychotherapeutic Counselling 

CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

Get in touch...

Feel free to contact me to book a free consultation call. We can discuss the reasons you're considering counselling and see if I am the right therapist to help. If we agree to go ahead, we can arrange your first session.

Sessions...

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 or in-person at 'The Practice Rooms' in Reading Town centre.

I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can talk openly about your concerns, make sense of how you are feeling, and explore the changes you would like to make. Whatever brings you to counselling, I will work alongside you to understand your experiences and find a way forward that feels right for you.

My approach...

My approach is calm and welcoming, bringing my human side and sense of humour into sessions when appropriate. 

I know first-hand how difficult it can be to share your vulnerability, so I make sure we work at a pace that  feels comfortable to you. 

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is at the heart of effective counselling.

Together, we can...

• Identify the key areas you want to focus on, so your sessions reflect what matters most to you
• Work through relationship challenges and explore how they impact your daily life
• Gently look at past experiences and how they might be shaping your feelings and connections today
• Navigate grief, loss and significant life changes
• Challenge negative self-views, feelings of not being good enough and self-doubt
• Develop practical coping tools for managing overwhelming emotions

Professional experience...

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.

I have experience working across Mental Health and Wellbeing Services in a range of settings, including GP surgeries, the charity sector, and NHS Talking Therapies. I have also worked within counselling agencies and private practice.

Qualifications...

• 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