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Catherine Teale (Richards), BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
4 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

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Catherine Teale (Richards) helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self‑esteem, depression, trauma, addiction and relationship or intimacy-related concerns. She also supports people coping with grief, sleep and eating difficulties, parenting strain, anger, career changes, bipolar challenges and ADHD. Catherine uses a warm, patient manner to make it easier to talk about difficult things.

Her approach is conversational and steady. She listens first, then offers reflections and questions to help people notice patterns and make choices.

Background and approach

Sessions move at the client’s pace and focus on practical steps as well as understanding how past experiences shape the present. Catherine trained to a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Counselling and holds BACP registration. She has four years of practice experience working in different settings.

That background gives her a range of tools to draw on when people are feeling overwhelmed or stuck. She describes her style as integrative, using methods that match each person’s needs. This can include acceptance and commitment ideas, attachment-focused work, client-centred listening, cognitive behavioural strategies and emotionally-focused techniques.

The aim is to build skills for coping and to increase self‑awareness. Sessions are offered in English and delivered through video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging. Catherine works with adults who want a compassionate space to reflect, try new ways of coping and plan practical next steps.

How Catherine’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and trying practical experiments to change patterns of mood and behaviour. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and sleep or eating difficulties.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Catherine will talk through goals, preferences and practical needs, then suggest ways of working together. The plan can change over time as new issues arise or progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people see facial cues and use visual materials, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging are useful for ongoing support between sessions or for people who find typing easier than speaking. These options help fit therapy around work, caring responsibilities and busy lives.
What problems does Catherine help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self‑esteem, depression and a wide range of relationship and intimacy-related issues. Additional focus areas include grief, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, bipolar disorder, ADHD and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm, non-judgemental and client-centred. She listens carefully, offers reflections and works at a pace that feels comfortable for the person.
How much experience does she have?
Catherine has four years of counselling practice experience. Her background includes work across a range of mental health and wellbeing concerns.
What qualifications and where is she based?
She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Counselling and is registered with the BACP. Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats does she offer?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
4 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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