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Kathryn Handley, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 6 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression Coping with life changes

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Kathryn Handley helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, low or stuck after life changes. She also supports those facing relationship strain, family tensions, mood changes and issues like guilt, shame or trouble with trust and commitment. Kathryn uses a warm, interactive style in sessions.

She aims to build an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgement. Conversations are tailored to the person in front of her rather than following a set script.

Background and approach

Her practice draws on a mix of approaches. She uses cognitive-behavioural ideas to look at patterns of thinking and behaviour. She also works from a person-centred perspective, which focuses on listening and understanding the client’s experience.

Attachment-informed ideas help when past relationships shape current worries. Kathryn has six years of experience in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Her background includes work in both the NHS and independent practice, which inform how she supports people in different situations.

Typical topics she addresses include abandonment and attachment issues, divorce and separation, family problems, infidelity, midlife crisis, money worries, seasonal affective disorder, and self-harm or self-love concerns. Sessions are shaped to each person’s goals and pace. People who choose Kathryn can expect a respectful, compassionate approach that focuses on practical steps as well as understanding feelings.

She invites those ready to make changes to take an initial step and explore what might help most.

Approaches and how online therapy fits your life

Kathryn draws on evidence-based techniques that help people change unhelpful thinking and behaviour. Cognitive-behavioural methods focus on identifying patterns of thought and trying new behaviours to reduce anxiety, low mood and stress-related problems.

She also uses person-centred counselling which places listening and empathy at the centre of sessions. This approach helps people feel heard and understood while they work through relationship difficulties, grief, shame or self-worth issues.

Choosing the right approach is a joint process. Kathryn will discuss options with each person and adjust methods to match their goals and preferences, trying different ways until a good fit emerges.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls let you use visual connection when that helps, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a work break. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins or ongoing written support between sessions. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent around daily life and commitments.

What concerns does Kathryn work with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and coping with life changes, plus relationship and family difficulties.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is warm and interactive, creating space for honest conversation and tailoring sessions to each person.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has six years of experience working in the United Kingdom, including roles in the NHS and independent practice.

What professional credential does she hold?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies by location and therapist; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Kathryn?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also listed

Experience: 6 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Kathryn

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Kathryn Handley, BACP

Background and approach

Approaches and how online therapy fits your life

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety