Kemi Folarin

Kemi Folarin is a counsellor who uses a blend of person-centred and psychodynamic approaches. He offers a warm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through what matters to them. Kemi aims to help individuals build self-awareness and tap into their own strengths to move forward.

Sessions are led by the person attending and proceed at a pace that suits them. Kemi listens for patterns that matter and gently encourages exploration of feelings, memories and current choices. This helps people gain clearer insight into what they want to change and why.

His background includes a degree in Psychology and Sociology and a Masters in Youth and Community. He has worked as the CEO of a charity supporting children, young people and communities since 2007 and brings that practical experience into sessions.

Kemi is also the author of The Best H.E.L.P Book, which outlines holistic examples of learned practice. He describes counselling as a way to find an inner voice, increase self-awareness and work towards personal goals such as letting go, moving forward or reconnecting with oneself.

He has five years of counselling experience and supports people with concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting, grief, addictions and compassion fatigue. Isolation and loneliness are noted additional focus areas he can address in conversation.

How these approaches guide online work

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and following what the person brings to the session. It helps when someone needs space to be heard and to build confidence in their own decisions.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns from past experiences and how they shape current feelings and relationships. It can help make sense of recurring emotions or reactions that contribute to anxiety, low mood or isolation.

Solution-Focused Therapy aims to identify small, practical steps towards a preferred outcome. It is useful when someone wants short-term strategies to manage stress, work challenges or relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and the issues you bring, and then agree a way of working together. This is a collaborative process and may combine elements from different approaches over time.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed. They can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need flexibility around work or family commitments.