Catherine Johnston, BACP
Catherine Johnston uses a client-centred approach to guide people through stressful times.
About Catherine
Catherine Johnston uses a client-centred approach to guide people through stressful times. She places the person's own goals and strengths at the heart of therapy. Catherine works in clear, practical ways to help people make small, steady changes.
She combines client-centred listening with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together. She also draws on existential ideas to help people find meaning when life feels confusing or stuck.
Background and approach
These approaches are used to help with anxiety, stress, low mood and confidence issues. Her work covers a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, addiction and substance concerns, grief, anger, and challenges linked to pregnancy and childbirth.
She also supports people dealing with relationship strain, family problems, social anxiety, isolation, and life changes such as career moves or mourning a loss. Catherine has five years of professional experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She offers sessions in English and practices in the United Kingdom.
Practical, step-by-step strategies sit alongside reflective conversations about values and meaning. People can expect a calm, patient style and straightforward tools to use between sessions. The therapist encourages realistic goals and checks in regularly on progress.
If someone prefers structured work or gentler exploration, Catherine adapts her way of working to match their needs.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 389828 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Catherine works with
Everything Catherine lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Isolation / loneliness
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Catherine lists
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Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and teaches practical techniques. It is useful for managing anxiety, depression, unhelpful thought patterns and some kinds of addictive behaviour.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Catherine will collaborate with each person to decide whether a more structured CBT plan, a reflective client‑centred way of working, or a mix including existential discussion best fits their goals. This is agreed step by step and reviewed as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions are arranged and delivered. Video calls are good for a fuller conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or messaging suit quick check-ins or those who prefer writing. Using these formats makes it possible to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments while still getting regular support from a trained professional.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Catherine help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, addictions, grief and anger. Additional areas include ADHD, autism and Asperger Syndrome, social anxiety and family problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centred and practical, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and existential discussion when helpful. Sessions combine listening with actionable steps to try between appointments.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life difficulties. That experience informs both short-term strategies and longer reflective work.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practices in the United Kingdom and holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and timetables.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Catherine?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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