Kathleen Forrester

• Self esteem
• CBT methods
• EMDR work

About Kathleen

Kathleen Forrester works with issues such as low self‑esteem, anxiety, depression, stress and relationship concerns using talking therapies and practical strategies. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has four years' experience in client work. Kathleen offers both exploratory and more structured sessions to help people make changes and manage day‑to‑day pressures.

Kathleen explains that sessions often take one of two forms. Some meetings focus on exploring past experiences and current difficulties to better understand patterns and how they affect everyday life. Other sessions follow a goal‑based plan, using structured techniques to tackle unhelpful thoughts, build coping skills and test new ways of behaving.

Her practice uses approaches including client‑centred work, cognitive behavioural methods and elements of mindfulness. Kathleen also works with trauma‑focused methods such as EMDR and draws on existential and narrative ideas when these suit a person’s needs. She describes working at a pace that feels manageable for the person in front of her.

People consult her for a wide range of concerns: grief, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, sleep problems, career and life‑purpose questions, ADHD and issues linked to autism. She also supports those dealing with chronic illness, isolation, family‑of‑origin matters and women's issues.

Sessions aim to combine open conversation with practical planning. Kathleen asks about a person's goals and day‑to‑day pressures, then agrees priorities and steps to try between sessions. This can include short exercises, thinking practice and checking how new strategies feel in real life.

How Kathleen uses therapeutic approaches online

Client‑centred work focuses on the person's own perspective. The counsellor listens and reflects to help clarify concerns and priorities, which can suit people working through life changes or low self‑esteem.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is practical and structured. It looks at thinking patterns and behaviour, and uses exercises to test new responses to stress, anxiety and depression.

Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) is used for trauma‑related distress; it combines guided recall with specific bilateral stimulation to reduce the intensity of painful memories.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kathleen will discuss options, consider what feels manageable and agree a plan based on the person's needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as the work progresses.

Check which session formats are currently offered before booking, as the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑ins when needed. They can also avoid needing to be on camera if a quieter, lower‑visual option is helpful. Registered and accredited professionals often use these practical benefits to help people access regular support.

Topics Kathleen lists

• Self-esteem
• Coping with life changes
• Compassion fatigue
• Stress and anxiety
• LGBT
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Sleeping disorders
• Career difficulties
• Depression
• Coaching
• ADHD
• Attachment issues
• Autism and Asperger Syndrome
• Chronic pain, illness, and disability
• Co-morbidity
• Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
• Family of origin issues
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Intellectual disability
• Isolation and loneliness
• Life purpose
• Personality disorders
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Existential Therapy
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy

Questions about Kathleen

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. Anxiety is listed among her main concerns and she uses approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy to address it.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers both exploratory client‑centred work and more structured, goal‑based sessions that use CBT and mindfulness techniques.

How much experience does she have?

She has four years of experience working with clients and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Where is she based?

She practises in the United Kingdom and is affiliated with the BACP.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered in English to people within the UK.

What session formats does she provide?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I start with her?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.