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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

With Karen I grew personally. She helps me go through my personal obstacles in life - I can see the positive changes everywhere! ☺️

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Working with Karen has been quietly life-changing. She’s deeply studied, not just formally trained but also self-taught in the realms psychology, shame, and healing. Her reflections aren’t rushed.... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Working with Karen has been a transformative experience. Her kindness, attention, and thoughtfulness as a therapist have made a world of difference for me. Over the past few weeks, her guidance has be... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just love this company! I saw Karen Bell for hypnotherapy and was blown away by how caring, professional, and insightful she was. I couldn't have asked for a better hypnotherapist! It truly was an a... See more

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Hello and welcome to my Trustpilot profile. I’m Karen Bell, an integrative, person-centred counsellor based in the UK. I qualified in 2006 and now work both online with clients around the world and face-to-face in my private practice, as well as with a charity that supports survivors of abuse. I’ve learned over the years just how powerful reviews can be for helping others find safe, trustworthy support — so thank you for reading mine. I specialise in trauma and anxiety, and my counselling approach is solution-focused. That means you don’t have to commit to months or years of therapy to see results. I work quickly and deeply to get to the root cause of what’s troubling you, helping you clear it in a way that’s lasting and empowering. My work integrates a range of evidence-based approaches including NLP, EFT, EMDR, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy, depending on what best suits you. I’m a registered member of the BACP and work in line with its ethical framework — offering a safe, confidential, and respectful space to explore whatever is holding you back. A big part of my mission is to offer an effective, affordable model of therapy for people dealing with childhood trauma. You deserve peace. You deserve relief. You deserve to feel like yourself again. Anxiety is a feeling, not your identity. It’s your nervous system trying to protect you — a system that’s been working tirelessly to keep you safe your entire life. Let’s work with it, not against it. You can contact me through my website or go directly to karenbellcounselling.com to book a free one-hour consultation. I usually respond the same day. I look forward to hearing from you.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thoughtful and empathetic therapist

Karen is an extremely thoughtful, attentive and kind therapist. She has helped me immensely over the past weeks. She accompanied me in my trials and tribulations and she helped me reconnect with my true self. I am extremely happy that I got matched with her. She is truly amazing.

4 July 2024
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Thanks for this review Nihal. It was great to get to know you. You are amazing. Best wishes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommended

Karen is amazing professional! Thanks to her sessions I have discovered how my feeling of unworthiness was linked to my childhood traumas.
I understood links that were deeply impacting me in my adult life and most of my decisions regarding relationships.
On the very first session I felt like I had Catharsis! Karen is very warm and deeply sympathetic and walk you through the whole process with precision and patience.

16 February 2024
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for posting this review Alina. It was a pleasure to work with you. Best wishes, Karen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Karen is amazing at what she does

Karen is amazing at what she does, she has helped me in so many ways from dealing with the negative life events that have happened but also self acceptance. I had numerous sessions with Karen and I could see a difference after just the 1st session
Every week my confidence and attitudes towards these life events became more clear and I was able to understand by digging deeper into thoughts and feelings. I now feel I have adressed and accepted these events and feel happy to move forward. The environment each session was held was calm and peaceful, Karen is a lovely lady who I have a lot of respect for. Thank you Karen! X

15 September 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thank you Beth. I’m so chuffed with reading this, both for you getting so much out of the sessions and for me being part of your journey 💕

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went for Hypnotherapy as I’ve…

I went for Hypnotherapy as I’ve suffered all my life with S.A.D. I went into it open minded and I’m very glad I took that step.
My mood has changed already I’m no longer dreading winter and the lack of sunshine. I slept so well after the treatment and feel so much lighter. That’s the only way I can explain it.
I found myself looking forward to wearing my wellies and winter coats not something I’ve done before and I’m 64 so that’s a very long time to feel so down as soon as September is here.
I can highly recommend Karen the Geordie Therapist she is warm friendly and explains everything so clearly.

6 September 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for this review Tracey. That’s a fabulous result. I’m thrilled for you. It’s amazing how much is connected to the sunshine. Enjoy not being SAD and wearing your wellies. I love wellies 🌞🌻💃

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience! Highly recommended!

This was my first time to try hypnotherapy. It was a great first session. I appreciated that the therapist began with an overview of what we would be doing during the session, and reassured me that I would be pretty much aware of myself and my surroundings the whole time. This made me feel more comfortable as a first-time client.

The session itself went very well. I was very relaxed during the session, exactly as she described. It was amazing how, given just a bit of initial information, the therapist was able to develop a customized hypnosis tailored specifically for me and my concerns at the time. I felt very much seen and cared for. The therapist is gifted and dedicated to her craft and clients. Highly recommended!

29 August 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thank you for this review Mae. You were a pleasure to work with. I love that you experienced a bespoke session. Doing this work is a dream for me.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An amazing hypnotherapy experience!

Incredibly professional but also friendly. I felt at ease immediately and comfortable enough to share personal things. I've benefited from this experience and feel excited for our next one!

29 August 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for the review Sophie. It’s great you want to work on something else. Hypnotherapy is great for many many things. Looking forward to our next piece of work 🙏

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend!

I reached out to Karen after struggling with anxiety and confidence in day to day life. After a short discussion Karen advised she was confident that she could help. I booked a appointment and was made to feel comfortable and at ease straight away.
After just 1 session I left with a different outlook and perception and I continue to use the techniques shown daily. I would highly recommend the Geordie therapist to anyone!

9 August 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks Hannah. I’m so glad you got what you wanted from hypnosis 🙏

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hypnotherapy

Karen picked up on everything I said in my initial assessment and worked on this throughout the sessions. Not only that, she was very accurate in how she thought I was feeling and past issues which we worked through in the session. She’s is a lovely lady and very calming. I felt very comfortable in her presence and a sense of real calm afterwards.

17 March 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for the review Abby. Glad the sessions were helpful. You were a pleasure to work with. Come back any time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Forever grateful

This lady helped me through one of the hardest times of my life. I am forever grateful. After hypnotism I felt more relaxed and in control of my emotions. She gave me coping strategies to use in my everyday life to help me heal and move forward after narcissist abuse

2 March 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for sharing this review with others Sam. You were and are incredibly brave. I hope this gives others the courage to believe help is available and freedom is possible after narcissistic abuse. Thanks again 🙏

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just love this company!!!

I just love this company! I saw Karen Bell for hypnotherapy and was blown away by how caring, professional, and insightful she was. I couldn't have asked for a better hypnotherapist! It truly was an amazing experience! I will most definitely be back. If you are dealing with any issues that could benefit from hypnosis, by all means, give her a try. You will not be disappointed!

7 December 2022
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thank you Mechelle. It’s an honour to have the opportunity to connect with your subconscious mind and to help you find solutions. Thank goodness as well for the internet, connecting us all the way across the globe. You were brave and you found your truth which is inside all of us. You’re amazing!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bit of a difficult session today…

Bit of a difficult session today dealing with past emotions.
Karen is helping me identify the good in me and turn up the volume of these emotions and discard negativity in my life.
I am left feeling calm and ready to use the life tools she has given me today.
I urge people who are struggling with anything in life to give Karen a chance to help.
All her sessions are tailored for the individual you will not be disappointed

10 February 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Jacklyn had a difficult session emotionally with a fantastic outcome. She was so brave for that session for a life-changing result. It’s so worth it. Well done I’m so proud of you lady.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience, deep trance states that helped to deal with a habit successfully. Friendly reliable service.

14 December 2022
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for your review Mark. I’m glad hypnosis helped you deal with your habit once and for all.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I believe hypnotherapy will change me

I loved my hypnotherapy session with Karen. Before hand I was a little worried that I’d find it hard to go under when hypnotised, but I shocked myself tears were rolling down my face. Wow it certainly had an effect on me. Karen was very caring and I felt like I’d already knew her. Professionalism at its finest. I opened up to a complete stranger and trusted Karen. 1st session done can’t wait to continue the work… five stars all round. I felt
Very understood

5 February 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for your review Sam. You’re a natural Hypnosis subject. I’m so glad my work is helping and first session too so shows how fast and effective it is. Can’t wait for these transformations!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Food vs Love

I am working with Karen with regards to my relationship with food.
Karen is helping me to examine my over eating and why I make unhealthy choices.
I am looking forward to exploring this issue further with the assistant of Karen and using her expertise so I'm in control of the food and not the other way round.

30 January 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for the review Noelle. You’re doing fantastic. I’m so pleased Hypnosis is helping you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Magic

I honestly wasn’t sure if the sessions would be beneficial to me but all I can say is WOW. Since I’ve started my sessions with Karen I’ve felt a lot calmer and things that were troubling me don’t have a control over me any more like they did. The level of professionalism and genuine care you receive from Karen is outstanding. I would highly recommend Karen to anyone. She takes time to prepare suitably for your own needs and I can only describe what she does as magic. I’m really looking forward to seeing how else my sessions will change how I am personally and how I approach situations which used to be different for me to handle going forward.

29 January 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for your review Sarah. I’m so pleased you are getting so much out of hypnosis. You’ve been great to work with as well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hypnosis to stop nail biting

Karen is very kind, calm and measured in what she says. After the session, I felt much calmer for a while after. I wanted to try hypnosis to see if I could stop biting and picking my nails. Definitely, after hypnosis I have been much more aware of what I am doing and now try to be aware of all my actions and only act with intent.

8 January 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for the review Rachel. It sounds like the start of some new changes. Nice one!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really fabulous

I had an amazing experience doing sessions with Karen she is really professional , it has changed my mindset and I feel great , five stars service thanks Karen xx

30 January 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for the review Elizabeth. I’m glad Hypnosis helped.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience …

I have just had a hypnotherapy session with Karen and she put me at ease right from the start of the session, I felt comfortable and at ease with her and found her voice extremely relaxing. I would highly recommend Karen if you are look for a hypnotherapist .

21 January 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for the review Diane. I really appreciate you recommending me. It means a lot!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The session was fantastic and surely…

The session was fantastic and surely had prepared me for next day. Karen’s voice had been very smooth and relaxing throughout the session. She communicated the essence of human subconscious mind and explained practical steps how to manage pain and fear out of that part of the brain and place those negative thoughts into a box.
I would recommend Karen’s session to anybody who would like to relax and channelise their thoughts into positive energy.
I am going to attend Karen’s next available session. Don’t wait, just join her wonderful sessions and revitalise yourself!

15 January 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

You describe your experience of the hypnotherapy so wonderfully for others to get an idea of what to expect. Thank you for this review Subhra. See you on the next Sunday Night Chill session. They are so refreshing for me too!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I feIt in good and competent hands and…

I feIt in good and competent hands and experiencend the hypnosis session in a completely relaxed way.
I have booked more sessions with Karen now.

7 January 2023
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Reply from Karen Bell Counselling

Thanks for this lovely review Petra. I really enjoy delivering the weekly Sunday Night Chill for FREE. It gives people a taste of my work. Can’t wait for next week. See you then!

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