Kemi Folarin , BACP

Kemi Folarin is an integrative counsellor and the founder of Free to Talk who blends different therapeutic methods to meet each client where they are. He combines Person-Centred and psychodynamic ideas to create a client-led process that prioritizes listening, understanding, and supporting personal insight. Sessions are designed to be non-judgmental and paced to suit the individual, encouraging clients to explore their experiences and draw on their inner resources to move toward the outcomes they want.

His approach emphasizes the uniqueness of each person, aiming to help clients develop greater self-awareness, realize their potential, and persist in making changes that matter to them. Whether clients are working on letting go, moving forward, repairing relationships, or connecting more deeply with themselves, he offers a warm, friendly space to discuss internal and external conflicts and to practise authenticity.

Kemi brings a long-standing background in community work to his counselling practice. He served as CEO of a charity working with children, young people, and the wider community since 2007, and he holds a degree in Psychology and Sociology plus a Masters in Youth and Community. He is also the author of The Best H.E.L.P Book, which stands for Holistic Examples of Learned Practice. He holds the credential BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and works with clients on issues such as anxiety, stress, relationships, trauma, grief, parenting, career concerns, and self-esteem.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

He works with Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on creating an accepting environment where clients lead the conversation and build self-awareness; this approach is well suited to issues like self-esteem, life transitions, and personal growth. He also uses Psychodynamic Therapy to explore patterns rooted in past experiences and relationships, helping clients gain insight into recurring emotional themes and their impact on current difficulties. Solution-Focused Therapy is another tool he applies to identify practical steps and quick wins, often useful for clients seeking targeted change around stress, career concerns, or coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative part of the work. He will discuss options with each client, tailoring methods to match their goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in the moment, so treatment evolves as needs change.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy life or to connect from another location. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals and therapists in a way that suits their schedule and comfort while supporting consistent progress toward their goals.