Kerry Herd, BACP
Kerry Herd is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self‑esteem and the effects of depression.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Self Esteem
- +2 more
About Kerry
Kerry Herd is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self‑esteem and the effects of depression. She works in a straightforward, supportive way and focuses on keeping sessions calm and practical. Kerry aims to make it easier for someone to talk about what’s worrying them and to find steps that feel manageable.
She uses a person‑centred, integrative style that keeps the client’s priorities central. That means she listens closely and adapts the work to each person’s pace and needs.
Background and approach
Kerry believes people already have strengths they can build on, and therapy is about uncovering those strengths together. Her practice is grounded in the therapeutic relationship. She focuses on creating a steady, respectful space where people can explore family tensions, loss of motivation, confidence struggles and day‑to‑day pressure.
Kerry will help a person notice patterns and try small changes that can make a real difference. With three years of professional experience and BACP registration, Kerry draws on clear, evidence‑based ideas while staying practical. Sessions aim to be collaborative rather than prescriptive, with room for discussion and adjustment as progress is made.
She supports clients across a range of common concerns and encourages taking the first step when life feels stuck. Kerry works to make therapy understandable and useful, helping people move towards a steadier day‑to‑day life.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 65537 | January 2027 |
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 Kerry works with
Everything Kerry lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Depression
Online support
She also works integratively, combining practical, evidence‑based techniques with the person‑centred stance. That means she may use straightforward strategies to address anxiety or low mood while keeping the work shaped by each person’s needs and pace.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kerry will talk with each person about what feels most helpful and adjust methods as therapy progresses. The process is collaborative and reviewed regularly to keep it relevant to the client’s goals.
Online therapy offers flexibility that can fit into busy lives. Video calls let a conversation feel more like face‑to‑face work, phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited, and chat or text options are handy for check‑ins or people who prefer writing. These formats make it easier to keep continuity between sessions and to access therapy from different locations, while allowing sessions to be scheduled around daily commitments.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Kerry focus on?
Kerry helps people with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self‑esteem and depression. She also supports those who struggle with motivation and confidence.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She works in a person‑centred, integrative way that keeps the client’s needs central. Sessions are collaborative and paced to suit each person.
What experience does she have?
Kerry has three years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom. Her work has involved supporting people with everyday pressures and mood concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time; she works with people within the United Kingdom only.
What session formats does she use?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text‑based messaging. These options let people choose what suits their routine and comfort.
How are costs and getting started handled?
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 the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
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