Karen Stevenson Integrative Arts Psychotherapist London

Karen Stevenson Integrative Arts Psychotherapist London – Compassionate, Creative Therapy for Adults

Karen Stevenson Integrative Arts Psychotherapist London brings a unique and compassionate approach to therapy. She offers both face-to-face sessions at Priory Hospital Roehampton and online support. Karen helps adults navigate emotional challenges with creativity, empathy, and professionalism.

Therapy Rooted in Expertise and Ethics

Karen works under the guidelines of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC No. AS017530) and is a member of the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT). Her commitment to professional standards ensures that each client receives high-quality, ethical care.

She tailors therapy to individual needs. Whether someone seeks long-term support or short-term strategies, she adapts accordingly. Clients often present with depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, or past trauma, including childhood sexual abuse.

Karen previously delivered creative workshops within a substance misuse service. This experience shaped her dynamic approach and deepened her understanding of diverse mental health needs.

Karen Stevenson Integrative Arts Psychotherapist London – Private Practice and Priory Work

In addition to her role at Priory, Karen runs a thriving private practice. She provides counselling, psychotherapy, and art psychotherapy for adults over 18. Clients benefit from her creative background and integrative methods.

Her dual roles allow her to work with a wide demographic. She meets clients where they are—offering practical tools and emotional insight.

Training Grounded in Creativity and Care

Karen earned her Master of Arts in Integrative Arts Psychotherapy for Adults in 2021 from the Institute for the Arts in Therapy and Education. Her training involved placements at a community counselling service, a London-based NHS substance misuse unit, and an evening service for female survivors of abuse.

By her final year, she had already established her private practice. This proactive step reflects her dedication and initiative.

Creative Foundations Enhance Therapeutic Practice

Karen’s background in the arts informs her therapeutic style. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Painting and is a qualified secondary school teacher with a PGCE in Drama. She has worked with teens facing emotional and behavioral challenges and has co-directed a theatre company.

Her artistic and teaching experiences shape her sessions. She understands how creativity helps people express, explore, and heal.

Qualifications

• Master of Arts in Integrative Arts Psychotherapy (Adults)

• Advanced Diploma in the Therapeutic and Educational Application of the Arts

• Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art Painting

• Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Drama)

• Certificate in Counselling Skills