Counsellor profile
Catherine Fear, BACP
Counsellor - stress and anxiety
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- Chronic illness focus
- Video and audio contact
About Catherine
Catherine Fear is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has four years' experience and lists stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence as core areas she works with.
Catherine uses a client-centred approach. Sessions focus on what the person brings and aim to reflect and clarify feelings. She has a particular interest in chronic illness and persistent pain, and will talk through the effects these can have on mood and daily life.
She invites people to talk at a pace that suits them. Conversations are straightforward and based on listening and responding to what matters now. Catherine says she works without judgement and supports people through the steps they choose to take.
Practical matters are clear. She works weekdays between 9am and 5pm and replies to messages during those hours. She offers video and audio messaging after initial contact and does not provide an ongoing messaging service.
Sessions look at patterns such as relationship stress, grief, sleep or eating problems, addictive behaviours, and workplace pressures. Catherine also covers issues linked to identity and sexuality, attachment and parenting concerns, and managing compassion fatigue or caregiver stress.
Before booking, people should check the current session options and costs. The counselling uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, and Catherine does not accept international clients. Sessions are conducted in English in the United Kingdom.
Client-centred approaches and online counselling
Client-centred therapy focuses on listening without judgement and reflecting what the person says. The counsellor follows the client's lead, helping them to name feelings and make sense of difficult experiences. This approach is often used for anxiety, depression, relationship strain and issues linked to chronic illness.The therapist will work with the client to find the best fit. That means discussing goals, what feels helpful in a session, and adjusting the way sessions run as work progresses. The choice of approach is collaborative and reviewed over time.
Practical benefits of online contact include fitting sessions around work and family life, and avoiding travel time. Catherine's profile notes she offers video and audio messaging after initial contact; people should confirm session and messaging options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to have a regular appointment within weekday hours and to keep sessions focused on the issues the client brings.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with most?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence. Other listed concerns include relationship and bereavement matters, addiction and chronic illness related issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She practises a client-centred approach, which means sessions follow what the client brings and focus on listening and reflecting back their experience.
How much experience does she have?
Catherine has four years' experience working as a counsellor. Her profile notes a special interest in chronic illness and long-term pain.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she accept international clients?
She does not accept international clients.
What session formats does she use?
After an initial contact she offers video and audio messaging. People should confirm the current session options before booking.
How do I get started?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule 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.
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