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Katherine Whitfield, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

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Katherine Whitfield helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood, grief or difficult relationship challenges. She writes in a direct, respectful way and aims to make sessions straightforward and practical. Katherine works with adults who are trying to make sense of painful events or troubling patterns in their lives.

Katherine uses a mix of talking approaches that suit each person. She listens without judgement and focuses on what matters most to the client.

Background and approach

Conversations centre on clear goals, usable steps and understanding how past experiences affect current feelings. Her background includes eight years of professional practice supporting people through trauma, abuse and loss. Katherine also has experience addressing issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, body image and the stresses of caring for an ill relative.

In session she draws on client-centred work to keep the person’s priorities central, psychodynamic ideas to look at long-standing patterns, and trauma-focused tools when past harm needs careful attention. These approaches are combined to match each person’s pace and needs. Katherine is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, which is shown as BACP.

She works in the United Kingdom and provides therapy in English. If someone prefers online sessions, she offers several remote formats to choose from.

How Katherine's Approaches Work Online

Client-centred therapy puts the person’s priorities at the centre of each session, with the counsellor listening carefully and reflecting back what matters most. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to clarify goals and feel heard.

Psychodynamic work looks at recurring patterns and past experiences that influence current relationships and emotions. It can help uncover why certain responses keep repeating and open up different ways of relating to oneself and others.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is often part of the work. Katherine will discuss options with each person and agree a plan together based on needs, goals and personal preferences. That collaborative process can change over time as goals shift or new issues arise.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls let people keep visual connection and a fuller conversation. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a short break. Live chat or text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, written reflection or times when typing feels more comfortable. Registered or accredited professionals provide these remote formats so people can choose what fits their routine and communication style.
What concerns does Katherine address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, body image, chronic illness and carer stress.
How does she approach therapy?
The approach is flexible and centred on the person. Katherine combines client-centred listening with psychodynamic reflection and trauma-focused work to suit what each person needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Her credential is BACP, which is shown as BACP, and she works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the process to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
8 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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