Counsellor profile
Catherine Dicken, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- ACT
- Attachment work
- Mindfulness
About Catherine
Catherine Dicken is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has four years of practice in the United Kingdom and focuses on stress, anxiety, family matters, grief, self‑esteem and motivation.
She uses straightforward talking and listening to help people name what feels difficult. Sessions are practical and calm. Catherine aims to make it easier to discuss shame, loss, relationship strain and problems with sleep or eating. She also works with addiction concerns, anger and coping with big life changes.
Her approach draws on several ways of working. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and choose actions that match their values. Attachment‑based ideas look at how early relationships shape current patterns. Client‑centred work means conversations are guided by the client’s pace and concerns.
Mindfulness methods are used to build present‑moment focus and reduce reactivity. Narrative therapy helps people separate themselves from their problems and rewrite the story they tell about their life. Catherine blends these methods to suit what a person brings to a session.
She supports people dealing with issues such as abandonment, codependency, communication difficulties, divorce and substance misuse. Catherine also addresses concerns like guilt, isolation, midlife questions and ADHD‑related challenges. She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then book a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How Catherine uses therapy approaches online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress and motivation problems.Attachment‑based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect current responses to others. It can help with intimacy issues, communication problems and feelings of abandonment.
Client‑centred counselling puts the client’s concerns at the centre. The counsellor follows the client’s pace and aims to listen without directing the story. This approach supports people who need time to name feelings and make decisions.
Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Catherine will discuss options with each person and agree what to try based on needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change over time as progress is made.
Confirm the exact online session formats before booking, as the profile does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑ins when needed. They can also let people join from a quieter place or avoid being on camera if preferred. Many registered or accredited professionals find online work can be as effective as in‑person sessions when the approach fits the person’s situation.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What do people usually come for?
She commonly helps with stress, anxiety, grief, self‑esteem and relationship issues. Other concerns she works with include addictions, sleep and eating problems, anger and major life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style mixes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment ideas and client‑centred listening. She also uses mindfulness and narrative approaches when they suit the issue.
How long has she been practising?
She has four years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is she linked to?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How are sessions priced?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online counselling options button, filling a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.