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Karen Young, Senior Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor at Oakwood Mind & Body

Karen Young

  • Senior Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor
  • DipHE Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy | Post-Qualifying Diploma in Counselling Children & Young People. Adv. Cert. Clinical Supervision
  • NCPS (NCPS4583)
  • Based in Inverness, Highland

About Karen

Karen Young is an experienced clinical supervisor & person-centred counsellor/psychotherapist based in the Highlands. Karen works with children, adults and families. Karen works with a wide range of mental health issues such as; trauma, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress management, managing difficult emotions such as anger or low self-esteem.

With over 30 years of dedicated experience supporting children and families, Karen offers compassionate, person-centred counselling and psychotherapy, as well as expert clinical supervision.

Karen’s approach to therapy and client work

Karen’s work is grounded in the person-centred model, which places the individual at the heart of the therapeutic process. Karen’s calm, respectful approach is grounded in empathy and genuine regard for each individual’s unique strengths and needs. Karen believes that everyone has the innate capacity for growth and self-healing when provided with a safe, non-judgmental environment.

Karen draws on a range of approaches to meet each individual’s needs and adapts her work in a flexible, responsive way.

Karen has a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, and families who are managing a range of emotional and psychological challenges. Her calm, respectful manner and deep understanding of child development create a safe space where children and young people feel listened to and supported; helping them understand their experiences, develop self-awareness, and build the confidence to move forward.

Whether working one-to-one or in partnership with families, Karen’s goal is to support meaningful change in a way that is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on each person’s strengths.

If any of this resonates with you, Karen is happy to talk about how you might work together.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling to cope, you’re not alone – and you don’t have to work through it on your own.

If you are ready to take that first step, Karen is here to walk alongside you.

Karen offers both online and in-person sessions in Inverness

Karen’s qualifications and professional background

Karen is a qualified therapist with a Diploma in Counselling Children & Young People, an Advanced Certificate in Clinical Supervision, and a specialist Certificate in Working Therapeutically with Autistic Clients. She is also a trained mindfulness teacher and integrates evidence-informed practices to support emotional regulation and wellbeing.

Karen has extensive experience leading therapeutic groups and delivering parenting programmes such as Incredible Years, Roots of Empathy, and the Solihull Approach. These programmes offer parents and carers practical tools and emotional insight, helping to strengthen family relationships and build resilience at home.

Karen is a registered member of NCPS

Clinical supervision

As a supervisor, Karen fosters reflective practice and professional development, creating a collaborative space where supervisees feel valued and empowered. Whether you are seeking personal support or wish to enhance your professional skills, Karen is committed to helping you thrive on your journey toward wellbeing and resilience.