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Catherine Hirst, BACP

Catherine Hirst draws on three years of practice and a person-centred outlook to offer warm, down-to-earth counselling.

About Catherine

Catherine Hirst draws on three years of practice and a person-centred outlook to offer warm, down-to-earth counselling. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Catherine aims to make talking about worries easier and less overwhelming for people who are struggling.

She creates an approachable atmosphere so clients can say what is on their minds. Sessions focus on understanding feelings and life stresses without judgement.

Background and approach

Catherine believes a respectful therapeutic relationship helps people find their own solutions and build resilience. Her background includes work with a range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. She also pays attention to issues that affect everyday life - workplace stress, problems at home, and the strain of separation or divorce.

Practical topics Catherine supports include communication problems, blended family challenges, infidelity, jealousy and feelings of isolation. She also addresses prejudice and discrimination, young adult issues and self-harm in ways that prioritise listening and steady support. Sessions are tailored to each person rather than following a fixed formula.

Catherine’s style is integrative - grounded in person-centred principles but adapted to what each client needs. She encourages small, manageable steps and helps people practise ways to cope between sessions.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	396291	November 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Catherine lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

How approaches and online sessions work together

Person-centred work puts emphasis on being heard. The counsellor listens with empathy and respect and helps people name their feelings. This approach suits those who want a calm space to untangle worries and build confidence.

Catherine also uses an integrative style, combining helpful techniques from different counselling ideas. That means she may bring in practical exercises, coping strategies and communication tools alongside person-centred listening. These elements can help with stress, workplace difficulties, relationship strains and life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Catherine will discuss goals and preferences and try out different ways of working to see what helps. Together client and counsellor check progress and adjust methods as needed so sessions remain relevant.

Online therapy offers different ways to meet. Video calls are close to face-to-face and let people use visual cues. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit those who prefer typing or want flexible, ongoing contact between sessions. These options make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life and to keep working on problems from wherever you are in the UK.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Catherine help with?

Catherine supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and life changes. She also works with workplace issues, relationship strains and young adult concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is warm and person-centred, focusing on listening without judgement. She adapts methods to suit each person rather than using one rigid technique.

What is her professional background?

She has three years of counselling experience and draws on life experience to inform her practice. Catherine emphasises building resilience and practical coping skills.

Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?

She works in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as stated in her profile.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats does she use?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Costs vary with location and therapist availability.

How do I begin working with Catherine?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.