Cathy Hadley, BACP

Cathy Hadley is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 11 years of clinical experience. She is a BACP member, which reflects her adherence to professional standards. Cathy focuses on practical support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship difficulties.

She helps people recover from trauma and abuse and works with issues around self-esteem and confidence. Cathy also supports those coping with grief, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strains and the challenges of ADHD. She offers a calm, respectful space for people to talk through what matters most to them.

Cathy uses a blend of approaches chosen to fit each person. Sessions are shaped around the individual's needs rather than a fixed model. She aims to be straightforward and down to earth during consultations, keeping language simple and actionable.

Her approach is collaborative and practical. Cathy will work with clients to set small, realistic goals and try techniques together during sessions. She is willing to adapt session times to fit people’s schedules when possible.

People who come to Cathy can expect a non-judgemental atmosphere and a therapist who values sensitivity and respect. She encourages new clients to recognise the courage it takes to seek help and supports them through those first steps.

Therapeutic approaches suited to online work

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape expectations of closeness and safety. It helps people uncover patterns in relationships and try out new ways of connecting and communicating. Client-Centred Therapy centres the person in the room, using listening and empathy to help someone clarify what they want and make decisions that feel right. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical tools to change unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cathy will discuss different methods and decide together which feels most useful. She aims to be flexible and will adjust techniques to match your goals, preferences and the issues you bring to sessions.

If you are considering online therapy, please confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and can reduce travel time, helping therapy feel more manageable alongside daily responsibilities. Registered and accredited professionals, including therapists, use a range of approaches that translate well to remote work, and Cathy will help you find what suits your situation.