Kathleen is kind, caring, understanding and very responsive. She seems to completely understand me and my needs in such a short space of time, sometimes more than myself.
Kathleen Forrester, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kathleen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Kathleen. View 1 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
More about Kathleen
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
If you are struggling to cope with life changes, recurrent negative thoughts, feeling like life has thrown too much at you, then I can help.
I have worked with neurodivergence/autism/ADD/ADHD and gender issues in several different settings and understand that these can lead you feel alone or isolated in the world. My goal in being a counsellor is to offer space for you to be understood, valued and not alone and space to support making strategies in how to navigate the world around you, as well as life changes.
Our sessions may take two main forms: Firstly, exploring concerns and worries from your past, current life struggles or planning for the future. Secondly, a more goal orientated, structured approach towards planning life and tackling challenges, negative self beliefs and insecurities at a pace that suits you.
I am a BACP Registered Counsellor and have been practicing for 3.5 years, with over 400 clinical session hours in working with clients from a variety of backgrounds, with a variety of life struggles. This is mainly in helping clients with motivation, self esteem and working with insecurities and anxieties. I also work with a focus on ADHD and autism and gender related issues.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Chronic pain illness and disability
Co-morbidity
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Intellectual Disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Personality Disorders
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 396072 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Kathleen Forrester
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Kathleen is kind, caring, understanding and very responsive. She seems to completely understand me and my needs in such a short space of time, sometimes more than myself.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kathleen Forrester offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kathleen Forrester works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Kathleen Forrester speak?
Kathleen Forrester speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kathleen Forrester have?
Kathleen Forrester has 4 years of experience.
Where is Kathleen Forrester licensed to practice?
Kathleen Forrester is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Kathleen Forrester accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Kathleen Forrester does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Kathleen Forrester offer?
Kathleen Forrester offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Kathleen Forrester?
Kathleen Forrester can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Kathleen Forrester?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.