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Frances King , BACP, NCPS

Credentials: BACP, NCPS
Experience: 6 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Depression

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Frances King is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. She also supports people facing grief, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem struggles and intimacy-related concerns. Frances uses straightforward, empathic conversations to help people move towards clearer thinking and better coping.

She trained as an integrative counsellor and has six years of professional experience, including work alongside people affected by cancer prior to independent practice.

Background and approach

Frances draws on a range of approaches so sessions can be suited to each person’s needs. She often combines talking with creative techniques when words feel inadequate. Frances uses imagery, guided visualisation and symbolic tools to help people access feelings that are hard to name.

These approaches can help with attachment issues, abandonment feelings and patterns like avoidance or dependency. Relationship work includes improving communication, resolving commitment and control issues, and supporting couples who are separating to reach an amicable ending. She also supports individuals coping with blended family stress, parenting strain and career changes.

In sessions Frances aims to be warm and non-judgemental. She offers a steady, practical presence and helps people set small, achievable steps. The focus is on understanding what matters to the client and trying approaches that fit their situation.

How Frances applies therapy online

Frances uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and emotional responses. This approach can help when people notice repeated difficulties with trust, abandonment fears or stable connection. She also uses Client-Centred Therapy which focuses on the person’s own experience. The counsellor listens attentively and reflects what is said so people can discover answers at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try practical steps to change distressing patterns and improve mood. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Frances will discuss options with each person and try methods suited to their goals and preferences. She adapts the mix of talking, reflective listening and practical exercises together with the client. Online sessions offer flexibility for people with busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual work, while phone sessions may suit those with limited bandwidth or who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, written reflection or ongoing coaching between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into work, family or travel schedules and keep momentum between appointments.

What concerns does Frances address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger and low self-esteem, alongside grief, trauma and intimacy-related issues.

How does she work in sessions?

Sessions are conversational and practical. Frances mixes talking with creative methods such as guided visualisation and symbolic tools to help people express difficult feelings.

What experience does she have?

Frances has six years of experience in independent practice and prior work supporting people affected by cancer for three years.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is listed with BACP and NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Frances offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Frances?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Anger management

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 6 years
Registered with: BACP, NCPS
Languages: English

Contacting Frances

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Frances King , BACP, NCPS

Background and approach

How Frances applies therapy online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety