How I Can Help
Tailored support for where you are right now
Whether you are working through something alone, or navigating challenges with a partner or family, I offer a range of therapies shaped to your unique needs.
About Karen
Qualified, experienced, and deeply passionate about helping you
NCPS Member · Masters in Relationship Counselling
My name is Karen. I am a qualified integrative counsellor with a background in nursing and midwifery, a career rooted in helping others, which fuels my passion for the counselling I offer today.
My core values are compassion, empathy, trust, and treating every person with dignity and respect. I believe everyone holds inner resources that, with the right support, can lead to lasting positive change.
How I Work
An integrative approach, shaped around you
I am an integrative counsellor, which means I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches rather than a single model — adapting my practice to suit what you need most. I particularly use a systemic lens, exploring how family, community, and wider life experiences shape who we are and how we relate.
Everyone is unique. You may know something feels wrong but not be able to name it. Together, we can explore that openly, set goals, and find ways to move forward.
Areas I specialise in
Anxiety - Depression - Bereavement - Anger - Relationships - Infant Loss - Postnatal Depression - PTSD - Abuse - Termination
Confidential & Nonjudgemental
Everything you share stays within the session. You are free to speak openly, without fear of judgement or consequence.
Flexible Appointments
Day and evening sessions available, in person in the Scunthorpe area, or remotely by video or telephone — whichever suits you best.
Your Pace, Your Goals
We begin with an initial assessment and set goals together. You remain in control of your journey throughout.
“I am so grateful for the support I received at Karen Swarbrick Counselling. Karen was understanding, non-judgmental, and helped me navigate through my challenges with grace and compassion.”
- Graham Doe
"Karen helped me to understand the strengths I already possessed but helped me to identify the reasons for feeling unworthy. Working with Karen resulted in me becoming more self aware and increased my levels of confidence
- Lauren S
Get in Touch
Taking the first step is the hardest part
If you are considering counselling and would like to find out more, please do get in touch. I offer a free initial consultation so we can talk through what you are looking for.