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Orla Kirk, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Orla is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Orla. View 5 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

Orla has helped me in untangling the complex knots and layers of my emotions. She guided me to dive deep down into the root causes of why I feel or act a certain way which made me understand myself more. This has helped me in getting to a better state. She has been incredible in guiding me through it, listening to me, providing me with different outlets and exercises (such as worksheets and breathing techniques).

Reviewed July 2024

Orla is a highly educated and compassionate therapist and has made my experience with therapy absolutely great. She is professional and competent, always listens to me intently and gives great examples for things i’m not able to understand easily.

Reviewed January 2024

More about Orla

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

I am licensed in the UK with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Depression Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Control issues Emptiness Family problems Guilt and shame Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Money and financial issues Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 395629 · Expires November 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Orla Kirk

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

5 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Understand Great Listens Professional Recommend Amazing Attentive Easy Excellent

Orla has helped me in untangling the complex knots and layers of my emotions. She guided me to dive deep down into the root causes of why I feel or act a certain way which made me understand myself more. This has helped me in getting to a better state. She has been incredible in guiding me through it, listening to me, providing me with different outlets and exercises (such as worksheets and breathing techniques).

Reviewed July 2024

Orla is a highly educated and compassionate therapist and has made my experience with therapy absolutely great. She is professional and competent, always listens to me intently and gives great examples for things i’m not able to understand easily.

Reviewed January 2024

Orla is an excellent therapist. She really listens to what you’re saying and offers brilliant advice which has really helped me through a lot. Could not recommend her enough!

Reviewed September 2023

I love her! She was so easy to talk to and I felt safe. She helped me see and understand things about myself that Ive never thought before. She also helped me go through a breakup. Would highly recommend her! Very professional and amazing!

Reviewed June 2023

very attentive to personal needs and very client focused. Orla patiently allowed me to explore things at my own pace.

Reviewed May 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Orla Kirk offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Orla Kirk works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Orla Kirk speak?

Orla Kirk speaks English.

How many years of experience does Orla Kirk have?

Orla Kirk has 4 years of experience.

Where is Orla Kirk licensed to practice?

Orla Kirk is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Orla Kirk accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Orla Kirk does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Orla Kirk offer?

Orla Kirk offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Orla Kirk?

Orla Kirk can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Orla Kirk?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.