Solace Psychology is a private clinical psychology practice in Newcastle upon Tyne, led by Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Dr Karen Barr.
I work with adults and adolescents experiencing OCD, trauma, anxiety,
health anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship related difficulties, using evidence-based approaches, including:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
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Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
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Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Inference-based CBT for OCD
I provide compassionate therapy to help you achieve your goals and improve your well-being. I specialise in mindfulness-based approaches to support you in overcoming challenges and leading a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
What is provided?
Tailored therapy services for individuals and couples. Whether you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting or relationship issues, or even struggling with life transitions, I am here to support you and help you reach your goals.
I offer flexible scheduling with both in-person and online sessions to best suit your needs.
As well as individual and couple sessions, I also offer a range of psychoeducation courses and Compassionate Mind Training (CMT) group.
Find out more here
Therapy Models
I am a registered and highly qualified consultant clinical psychologist with extensive additional training and experience in various therapeutic modalities including:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)
Compassionate Mind Training (CMT)
This brings a unique set of skills and a deep commitment to helping you achieve your goals.
Solace Psychology Approach
I believe in a collaborative and client-centered approach. By integrating evidence-based cognitive-behavioural techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies, I can help you develop practical skills for managing life’s challenges and a therapeutic space to help make sense of your current difficulties.
Benefits of Solace Psychology Services
Feel better, cope better
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Improve your mental health and emotional well-being
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Enhance your coping strategies and stress management skills
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Strengthen your relationships and communication skills
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Greater self-awareness and personal growth
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Increase psychological flexibility
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Cultivate a compassionate mindset
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Overcome ineffective or unhelpful behaviours
Fees
Individual Therapy from £120 per session
Couples Therapy from £140
EMDR from £150 (80 minutes)
Compassionate Mind Training group course from £399
(8 sessions/20 hours)
Clinical Supervision from £95
Training, Consultancy and Organisational Staff Support - please get in touch to discuss further.
We accept referrals from various health insurances including Axa, Aviva, BUPA and Vitality.
Please contact Solace Psychology if your insurance company is not listed.
CONTACT US
WHERE ARE WE BASED?
Solace Psychology 1/2 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE2 2AA
We are conveniently situated close to the city centre and directly opposite Jesmond metro station. There is free street parking close by.
Please check for any parking restrictions.
Opening hours
Monday - closed
Tuesday - 9am-8pm
Wednesday - closed
Thursday - 9am-4pm
Friday - 9am-4pm
EMAIL: SolacePsychology@proton.me