Kim Smith, BACP

Kim describes her work as integrative-relational, which means she draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and pays close attention to the relationship in the room. One common approach she uses is grief-focused work, which helps people name and sit with loss, process difficult feelings, and find ways to carry on with daily life. Another strand is relational work that looks at how patterns of connection and attachment affect current mood and relationships, useful for depression, intimacy issues, and communication problems.

Finding the right approach often happens together. Kim will discuss options with each person, try ways of working that match their goals, and adjust as the therapy progresses. She treats the choice of method as a collaborative part of care rather than a fixed plan.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls let people see non-verbal cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is preferable, and text-based options suit those who prefer writing or need brief, ongoing support between longer sessions. These formats help people fit therapy around work, study, or family life while keeping a consistent connection with their therapist.