Katie Shaw, BACP
Katie Shaw welcomes people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood or relationship strain.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- +3 more
About Katie
Katie Shaw welcomes people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood or relationship strain. She explains things plainly and aims to make first contacts straightforward for worried parents and individuals. Katie uses everyday language and a calm approach to help people talk through what matters to them.
Katie has worked as a counsellor since 2003, with more than 22 years of experience. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Background and approach
Her background includes work in schools where she supported students and staff, and roles in other care settings. Sessions focus on the person in front of her. Katie listens without judgement and helps clients notice patterns that keep problems going.
Together they identify small, practical steps to build confidence and improve day-to-day coping. Her work covers common difficulties such as depression, grief, self-esteem and loneliness. She also supports people facing issues linked to ageing, caregiving, fertility, cancer, addiction and separation, and helps with communication and attachment concerns.
Katie adapts the way she works to each person. That might mean short-term practical planning or a longer conversation about feelings and meaning. She aims to make counselling accessible and relevant to everyday life.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 78103 | April 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 Katie works with
Everything Katie lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Katie will discuss options with each person and agree a way forward that fits their goals and preferences. That collaborative process means the method can change as needs evolve. Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make counselling easier to fit into life. Video calls are useful for a conversation that feels close to face to face, while phone sessions can be better when a lower bandwidth or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat or text messaging work well for regular short contacts, updates between sessions or when writing things down helps reflection. These options give flexibility for different schedules, time zones and comfort levels. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists can adapt techniques across these formats so that therapy remains practical and goal-oriented regardless of how sessions are held.
Frequently asked
What concerns does she commonly help with?
Katie works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and relationship difficulties along with related concerns such as caregiver stress, addiction and fertility issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is person-focused and conversational, aiming to listen without judgement and help people identify practical steps to feel better.
How much experience does she have?
She has been practising as a counsellor since 2003, giving her 22 years of experience across schools and other settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Yes, she accepts international clients and offers sessions to people outside the United Kingdom.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be done by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to start therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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