Kelly Oliver Dougall
You deserve a space where your truth isn’t wrong.
The Reality of Your Situation
If you are here, you are likely living in a world of Ambiguous Loss. You may be a wife, mother, or sister of someone who identifies as trans, and you have found that the world—and perhaps even your own family—has no room for your grief, your confusion, or your boundaries.
You aren’t a bigot. You are a woman navigating a profound life upheaval while being told to stay silent.
My Professional Stand I am a qualified counsellor and supervisor who understands that biological reality matters. I created this practice specifically for women who are:
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Walking on eggshells at home, afraid to say the wrong thing.
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Facing the fallout of cancellation or professional bullying.
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Grieving a loved one who is still there, but fundamentally changed.
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Feeling isolated in a culture that demands total compliance over honest dialogue.
Why I Do This Work My journey into this specialism didn’t come from a textbook; it came from witnessing the silencing of women firsthand. I know what it feels like to be told your voice is harmful simply because you are speaking the truth.
I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space where we don’t have to debate the vocabulary. We focus on you, your resilience, and finding solid ground again.
Credentials & approach
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Degree-qualified person-centred counsellor
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Qualified supervisor for counsellors
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Specialises in narcissistic/coercive control recovery
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Uses inner-child work and trauma-informed methods
Ready to start your journey toward healing? Book a free consultation today and take the first step towards reclaiming your confidence.
With almost 30 years of experience across the health, social care, and voluntary sectors, my practice is built on a foundation of clinical rigour and executive leadership. As the Director of a CQC-regulated care provider, I bring a unique Director-level perspective to my clinical work—combining high-level safeguarding expertise with a deep understanding of complex mental health, housing, and social systems.
My qualifications reflect a career dedicated to helping individuals navigate difficult situations. From my Level 6 training in Clinical Supervision to my specialist NVQ 4 in Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG), I provide a framework that is both therapeutically sound and strategically focused on reality-testing and personal autonomy.
Counselling & Supervision
Level 6 Certificate in Clinical Supervision — 2025
Foundation Degree in Arts (Counselling) — 2011
Counselling Skills and Theory (Level 3) — 2004
Counselling Skills (Level 2) — 2002
Second Degree Reiki Healing — 2017
Stress Management Specialist — 2011, 2012, 2013
Motivational Interviewing — 2010
Group Facilitation — 2009
Brain Injury Awareness — 2012
Mental Health Crisis, Respite, and Rehabilitation Management — 2011
Strategic Coaching & Advocacy
NVQ Level 4 Information, Advice and Guidance — 2009
NVQ Level 3 Information, Advice and Guidance — 2009
IOEE Level 3 Award in Business Innovation, Sustainability and Growth — 2020
IOEE Level 2 Award in the Promotion of Products and Services — 2020
WRAP (Workshop to Raise Awareness of PREVENT/Ideological Grooming) — 2017
Negotiation in Business — 2018
Build and Maintain Business Relationships — 2018
Developing Enterprise Skills (Level 2) — 2017
Employment and Employability Support Specialist — 2009
Leadership & Safeguarding
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading — 2022
Safeguarding Adults (Lead Standard) — 2010, 2014
Mental Capacity Act Awareness — 2007
Record Keeping and Confidentiality — 2012
RECAP (Race Equality Cultural Awareness Programme) — 2011
Protection of Vulnerable Adults — 2005
Equality, Diversity and Disability Awareness — 2007, 2010
Medication Awareness & Basic Life Support — 2019
Fire Warden & Health and Safety Lead — 2012, 2013
Diploma in Preschool Practice — 1998
Accredited Member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
I am a fully accredited member of the NCPS (MNCPS Acc), adhering to their ethical framework to ensure the highest standards of safety and professional practice for my clients. My membership number is NCS24-03977
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