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Katy Raven, BACP, NCPS

Credentials: BACP, NCPS
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

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Katy Raven uses a flexible, person-centred way of working that aims to make starting therapy feel manageable. She keeps sessions gentle and practical so people can set the pace. Katy offers a calm space for people to talk about stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and coping with life changes.

She draws on pluralistic counselling, which means she adapts methods to fit each person rather than following one strict method.

Background and approach

That includes looking at past experiences and current behaviour patterns to make sense of what’s happening now. Sessions focus on small, useful changes and clearer ways of relating to others. Katy has three years of practice experience and holds BACP and NCPS credentials.

She has worked with complex presentations including abuse, grief, self-harm, and suicidal ideation alongside more common problems like panic, social anxiety and workplace stress. Practical issues such as caregiver strain, chronic illness or pain, and communication problems are also within her focus areas. She helps people handle feelings of guilt, shame, isolation and challenges after separation or divorce.

Katy emphasises connection and collaboration in sessions. She listens and helps people identify goals and small steps to meet them. The approach is adaptable to how someone feels on the day and is aimed at steady, manageable progress.

How Katy Adapts Therapeutic Methods Online

Pluralistic counselling is an adaptable approach where the therapist draws on different techniques to fit a person’s needs. It focuses on collaborating with the client to choose helpful ways of working, such as exploring life history one week and practising coping skills the next. Person-centred work centres on building a strong, trusting connection and following the person’s pace, which helps when discussing sensitive topics like trauma or grief.

Finding the right way to work is part of therapy. Katy will talk with each person about their goals, preferences and life circumstances and then shape sessions together. That collaborative planning helps decide which methods to use and how quickly to move forward.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and reading visual cues. Phone sessions suit people who prefer not to be on camera or have lower bandwidth. Live chat and messaging can be shorter check-ins, helpful between sessions or when someone needs more flexible timing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring duties or health limitations while keeping the therapeutic focus.

What concerns does Katy commonly help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship difficulties, plus related issues such as panic, social anxiety and workplace stress.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Katy practises pluralistic and person-centred counselling, adapting approaches to suit each person and focusing on practical changes and understanding past experiences.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of practice experience working with complex issues including abuse, grief, self-harm and suicidal ideation as well as common mental health concerns.

Where is Katy based and what credentials does she hold?

She is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP and NCPS credentials as supplied.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.

How is payment handled and what does it cost?

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

How do I begin working with Katy?

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

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Also listed

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP, NCPS
Languages: English

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Katy Raven, BACP, NCPS

Background and approach

How Katy Adapts Therapeutic Methods Online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety