Karen Ludkin
Integrative Trauma Informed Therapist
I'm Karen and I have over eight years of experience as a therapist working with both adults and young people.
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling and a CPCAB Level 5 qualification in working with children and young people. I am DDP‑informed (Level 1 and 2) practitioner and integrate this relational approach into my practice where appropriate. I have also completed additional training in adoption‑related work.
I work directly with children, adults, parents and carers, and I am passionate about offering a space where you can safely explore whatever feels difficult right now. Starting therapy with someone new can feel daunting, it may be hard to find the words or even know where to begin. So our work and pace is shaped around you and your journey. Sometimes we may use creative approaches, as these can help you connect with what you’re feeling in a different way, especially when talking doesn’t quite express it how you want it to.
I support parents and carers who may need help to increase connection and communication within the family, or who want to better understand the impact of trauma on their child. We can’t change what has happened in the past, but we can explore how those experiences continue to shape the present, influencing how you show up as a parent, at work, in relationships, and in how you care for yourself. Over time, this can help life feel steadier and more manageable.
Working as an integrative therapist means choosing approaches that make sense for your story, your nervous system, and the way you naturally process things, shaping the work around what you need at different points in your journey. Therapy offers a space to slow down, notice what’s happening inside, and discover ways of responding that feel more like you.
Outside of my work, I enjoy spending time outdoors with family and friends, especially at the beach and going on long dog walks. I also love reading, watching films and trying out new foods.
Age Range:
Children, Adolescents and Adults
Registration:
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Membership:
Enhanced DBS
