About Shirlee Kay
Shirlee Kay is a therapist specialising in couples counselling, individual therapy, sex therapy and fertility support. With extensive experience across relationship work and reproductive health, she brings depth and compassion to each client's unique needs.
Her background includes eleven years working within the NHS in the Fertility and Miscarriage Unit at St Mary's Hospital, and sixteen years as a counsellor at London Marriage Guidance, a non-profit organisation. This combination of specialist knowledge equips her to support clients navigating complex emotional terrain—whether exploring relationship dynamics, intimacy concerns, fertility challenges, or life transitions including bereavement and anxiety.
Shirlee Kay is trained in Imago Relationship Therapy and holds memberships with BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy), and CORST. She offers couples counselling, pre-marital counselling, individual psychotherapy, bereavement support, and sex therapy, alongside fertility acupuncture. Her particular interest lies in helping clients with anxiety build a strong foundation to lower and maintain anxiety levels over time.
Whether you're seeking to strengthen your relationship, navigate a life challenge, or explore personal growth, Shirlee Kay provides experienced, grounded therapeutic support.
Treatments & Pricing
Individual Therapy
Therapy for individuals to develop emotional resilience and make informed choices.
Couples Therapy
Therapy for couples to improve relationships and deepen connection.
Sex Therapy
Therapy addressing sexual problems and psycho-sexual issues.
Fertility Therapy
Support for couples with fertility, IVF and miscarriage issues.
Pre-Marital Counselling
Counselling to prepare couples for marriage and explore shared purpose.
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Frequently asked questions
What types of therapy does Shirlee Kay offer?
Shirlee Kay specialises in couples counselling, individual sex therapy, fertility acupuncture, general counselling, pre-marital counselling, bereavement counselling, anxiety support, psychotherapy, and Imago Relationship Therapy. She is a London-based therapist with particular expertise in couples, individual, fertility and psycho-sexual therapy.
What professional qualifications and memberships does Shirlee Kay have?
Shirlee Kay is a member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy), and CORST (Professional Associate member). She has completed five years of training at London Marriage Guidance (now the Tavistock Centre for Couple Relationships) and two years of Attachment and Child Observation Training at The Tavistock Institute.
Does Shirlee Kay have experience working with fertility issues?
Yes, Shirlee Kay worked within the NHS in the Fertility and Miscarriage Unit at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London for 11 years, and she offers fertility acupuncture as part of her services.
How much experience does Shirlee Kay have with couples therapy?
Shirlee Kay spent sixteen years working with couples as a Counsellor at London Marriage Guidance, a non-profit organisation, and continues to specialise in couples counselling and relationship therapy today.
Can Shirlee Kay help with anxiety?
Yes, Shirlee Kay is particularly interested in working with clients with anxiety, helping them cultivate a strong foundation to lower and maintain anxiety levels.
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