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Katherine Orr, BACP
United Kingdom
BACP counsellor - anxiety and relationships
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Person-centred work
- Psychodynamic insight
About Katherine
Katherine Orr is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years' experience. She works with people who face stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, addictions, LGBT concerns, grief and intimacy-related issues. Katherine also supports people dealing with parenting strain, eating and body-image concerns, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD and life changes.
She uses a straightforward, collaborative style. Conversations focus on thoughts, feelings and behaviours and on practical ways to change unhelpful patterns. Katherine does not give advice; she helps people notice what gets in the way and try different responses.
Her approach combines Client-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). That mix lets sessions shift between exploring past patterns, reflecting on present experience and using practical CBT strategies when they fit. Sessions aim to be structured when useful and exploratory when needed.
Katherine has worked with people affected by childhood abuse, addiction, domestic violence and suicidal thoughts, among other issues. She pays attention to attachment, communication and commitment problems, and to the stresses caregivers and blended families can face.
Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are accepted. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on current thoughts and behaviours, helping people test new ways of responding to anxiety, low mood or unhelpful habits. Client-Centred Therapy shapes a respectful, person-focused conversation that follows what matters most to the individual. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at recurring patterns and early relationships to understand how past experiences influence present behaviour.Choosing an approach is a collaborative step. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods and adjust the plan if something does not fit. Clients and therapist review what is helping and what needs to change as sessions continue.
The biography does not specify particular session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online work useful because it lets them fit sessions into the week more easily, reduce travel time and use shorter check-ins when needed. Others prefer longer appointments that allow deeper exploration. Katherine uses practical strategies from CBT alongside reflective work, and will help arrange a session pattern that fits everyday life.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does she help with most often?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief and intimacy issues, among other concerns listed in her profile.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and to try practical alternatives. CBT is used alongside other approaches when practical strategies suit the client's goals.
What is her professional background?
She has four years' experience working as a counsellor and reports experience with issues such as childhood abuse, addiction and suicidal thoughts.
What credential and location does she have?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.