Catherine Johnston, BACP
Catherine Johnston is a counsellor who uses a client-focused approach to help people facing low mood and related struggles.
About Catherine
Catherine Johnston is a counsellor who uses a client-focused approach to help people facing low mood and related struggles. She works with individuals feeling stressed, anxious or overwhelmed and aims to create a calm space to talk about what matters most to them. She listens first, then helps people identify small, practical steps they can try between sessions.
Catherine draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to spot negative thinking patterns and test different ways of coping.
Background and approach
She also uses Client-Centred techniques to follow the person's pace and priorities in the room. Her background includes five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. During that time she has supported people with depression, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, and changes in career or relationships.
She also offers help with issues such as grief, low self-esteem, social anxiety and ADHD-related challenges. Catherine is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That membership is noted as an indication of her professional standing in the UK counselling field.
People who choose to work with her can expect straightforward language and short practical exercises when useful. She encourages collaboration so each person can shape their own goals and move at a comfortable pace. If someone is unsure how to begin, Catherine guides them through the first steps and keeps the process simple and direct.
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
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. The counsellor reflects back what is said and supports people to find their own answers and build confidence.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Catherine treats approach choice as a collaborative decision based on a person's goals and what feels most useful. She checks in regularly and adjusts methods to fit changing needs.
Online sessions make it easier to fit counselling around daily life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be simpler to join, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or moments when typing feels easier. These formats aim to offer practical flexibility while focusing on clear, helpful techniques.
Frequently asked
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and related issues such as trauma, addictions, grief and low self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centred and practical, using talk to build understanding and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to try different coping strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with people in the United Kingdom on a range of mental health and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; she works with people based in the United Kingdom.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How are costs handled and how do I start?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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