Catherine Teale (Richards), BACP

Catherine Teale (Richards) is a warm, friendly and qualified integrative counsellor who aims to create a supportive space where people feel heard and understood. She combines professional training with a compassionate, non-judgmental manner and a gentle voice to help clients explore their thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for them. Catherine holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Counselling and is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She has four years of professional experience working with both adults and young people.

Catherine describes her practice as integrative, using a range of therapeutic tools and approaches tailored to each person's needs. She supports people with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, grief and bereavement, low self-esteem, addiction and stress. She offers a reflective, curious approach that considers past and present experiences to help clients gain new perspectives and practical ways to cope and move forward.

She is open to answering questions about therapy and discussing whether her style would be a good fit for an individual's needs. More information is available at www.tealetherapy.com.

Therapeutic approaches offered online

Catherine draws on evidence-informed approaches to shape online work in ways that suit each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward what matters. It is often helpful for stress, anxiety, and coping with change. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds influence present connections - this approach can support work on intimacy, relationship difficulties and attachment-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the centre of the work, offering an empathic, non-judgmental atmosphere where the therapist reflects and supports self-discovery; it can be especially useful for building self-esteem and exploring emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Catherine works collaboratively with each client to identify methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility - clients can meet by video call, speak by phone, engage via live chat or use text-based messaging according to what fits their life. These options make it easier to access registered professionals from home or other convenient locations, helping therapy fit around work, family and daily commitments.