BACP
Katherine Purdy , BACP
Therapist in United Kingdom
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About Katherine
She brings a warm and genuine approach - an open heart and mind - and creates time and space for individuals to explore what matters most to them. After more than 10 years working as a paramedic, she retrained as a counsellor and has continued to work within the NHS, witnessing how people can be surprisingly resilient when they receive appropriate emotional care.
Katherine listens carefully and aims to understand each person’s situation. While past events cannot be changed, she helps people explore how they feel about those events and supports them in finding new perspectives and ways of coping. She believes everyone has the capacity to change and grow, and she offers opportunities to safely share thoughts, anxieties, and fears so that changes toward a calmer, more hopeful way of being can be pursued together.
She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - the main professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. Engaging in counselling is seen by her as an act of courage and a potentially rewarding, healing experience.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of connection formed in relationships and explores how early bonds influence current feelings and interactions; it can be helpful for people dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and intimacy-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathetic listening and reflection to help individuals find their own solutions - this approach often supports self-esteem, coping with life changes, and relationship difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle attention to thoughts and feelings, offering practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and symptoms of panic or overwhelming emotion.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Katherine works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best suit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions so that therapy feels relevant and manageable for the individual.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit support into busy lives and to connect from different locations. These remote options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent care while accommodating different schedules and communication preferences.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Katherine Purdy have?
Katherine Purdy has 3 years of experience.
Is Katherine Purdy a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practices as a therapeutic counsellor in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Katherine Purdy provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Katherine Purdy located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Katherine Purdy as my therapist?
Clients can work with Katherine Purdy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Katherine Purdy work with international clients?
Yes, Katherine Purdy works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Katherine Purdy cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Licensed
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Languages
English
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