Olivia Knight, BACP

Olivia Knight is a United Kingdom based counsellor with three years of professional experience, holding membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, issues with self esteem, and the challenges of coping with life changes.

Olivia has experience supporting individuals who are neurodivergent and those affected by domestic violence, gender dysphoria, and other experiences that can undermine motivation and confidence. Her approach recognises that each person is the expert in their own story, and she focuses on identifying and building the strengths a person already has to overcome current difficulties.

Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, and Olivia acknowledges the courage it takes to get started. She aims to offer a welcoming, respectful environment and looks forward to working collaboratively with clients, including international clients, to set goals and develop practical strategies for change.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Access

Olivia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people understand and change patterns that contribute to stress and anxiety. These strategies typically involve identifying unhelpful thoughts and developing practical skills to respond differently, which can reduce distress and improve day-to-day coping.

She also employs evidence-based approaches that focus on processing and recovering from difficult experiences, including abuse and relationship-related trauma, while strengthening resilience and self-esteem. These methods emphasise pacing, safety, and building practical coping strategies to support recovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Olivia works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists often adapt techniques over time, and Olivia will discuss options and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing clients to connect by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or other commitments, and enables people to receive consistent support even when they are far from the therapist's physical location.