Kemi Folarin , BACP

Kemi Folarin is a counsellor who blends client-centred principles with psychodynamic and solution-focused ideas. He aims to create a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about what matters most to them and work at their own pace.

Sessions begin with the person in mind. The counsellor listens and reflects so clients can make sense of their feelings and choices. Conversations centre on what the client wants to understand or change, with support to notice inner strengths and options.

Kemi uses psychodynamic thinking to help people see patterns from the past that still affect them now. He also uses solution-focused methods to identify small, practical steps that move someone forward. The mix is tailored to each person rather than a fixed recipe.

His background includes a degree in psychology and sociology and a Masters in youth and community work. He has run a charity since 2007 supporting children, young people and communities, and he is the author of The Best H.E.L.P Book, which outlines Holistic Examples of Learned Practice.

Many people come to him for help with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strains, workplace issues and changes in life. He also works with concerns such as addiction, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, ADHD and women's issues. Kemi draws on five years of counselling experience to help clients build awareness and practical ways to move forward.

Approach-driven online counselling that fits your life

Client-centred work puts the person at the heart of the sessions. The counsellor listens closely and reflects what matters to the client, helping them name feelings and priorities so they can decide what to change. Psychodynamic ideas help people spot long-standing patterns and how past experiences influence current choices and relationships. Solution-focused work looks for small, practical steps and what already works, so progress can start quickly and feel achievable.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will talk with the client about their needs, goals and preferences and then suggest ways to combine these methods. This is a collaborative process and plans can be adjusted as therapy progresses to keep it useful and relevant.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different days and rhythms. Video is useful when seeing body language matters, phone calls can be easier if bandwidth is limited, and messaging works well for quick check-ins or for people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, study and family life while keeping the focus on the work clients want to do.