Felicity Kirlew, BACP

Felicity Kirlew is a UK-based therapist with 10 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem and confidence. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity and compassion, adapting conversations and therapeutic plans to reflect the unique circumstances and goals of the individual. Felicity works with a wide range of life issues from relationship and grief concerns to career difficulties, addictions and coping with change, and she brings particular experience in areas such as abandonment, attachment, adoption and foster care, and caregiver stress.

She practices in both English and Spanish and holds a BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates adherence to professional standards of practice. Felicity believes that seeking help is a courageous first step toward a more fulfilling life and positions her role as one of support and empowerment, helping clients build confidence, find motivation and move toward their goals. Sessions and plans are tailored collaboratively so that therapy reflects each person’s priorities and pace.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with a Client-First Focus

Client-Centered Therapy places the person's experience at the heart of the work, emphasizing empathy, active listening and respect so clients can explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace - it often helps with self-esteem, relationship difficulties and processing emotional pain. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people resolve ambivalence and find their own reasons for change - it is particularly useful for motivation, addictions and making life adjustments. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying practical steps and strengths to move forward quickly, making it a good fit for clients seeking short-term, goal-driven support for issues like stress, career decisions or relationship changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Felicity works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors sessions so the chosen approach supports the client’s priorities and adapts as progress is made.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for people in different locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into daily life and access support from registered professionals without the need to travel.