- Person-centred focus
- Practical coping skills
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Kathryn
Kathryn Sherfield is a counsellor who focuses on helping people cope with sleep difficulties alongside other life challenges. She offers warm, non-judgemental support and adapts sessions to each person’s needs. Kathryn aims to build trust and a steady working relationship so clients feel heard and understood.
She uses a person-centred approach, meaning she listens closely and helps clients find their own solutions rather than telling them what to do. She also draws on other methods such as cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness, narrative work and solution-focused ideas when these suit an individual’s goals.
Kathryn holds the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling from the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body, CPCAB, and is a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, NCPS. She brings five years of practice experience to sessions and has worked with a wide range of concerns listed in her profile.
In practical terms she aims for reliability and clear boundaries. Sessions run for 45 minutes and she emphasises starting and ending on time. Kathryn says she will review the work together regularly so the approach can change if needed.
Her style is straightforward and compassionate. She focuses on raising self-worth and practical coping strategies so people can manage stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, sleep problems and other difficulties with clearer thinking and more confidence.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and helping people discover their own answers; it suits issues where feeling understood is the first step to change, such as low self-esteem or grief. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, low mood and sleep problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and promote calmer thinking, useful for rumination and emotion regulation.Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the client's preferences, and review what works. Clients and the therapist decide together whether to emphasise listening, practical exercises or mindfulness practices as the work progresses.
Please confirm the session formats available before booking as the biography does not list specific online options. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives because there is no travel, they can have shorter check-ins during a lunch break, or they can choose sessions that do not require being on camera. The focus is on making therapy practical and usable so it fits around everyday responsibilities rather than replacing in-person care.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of issues does Kathryn help with?
She supports people with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, sleep difficulties and parenting-related strain.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her main approach is person-centred, which means she listens and helps clients find their own solutions while using other methods such as cognitive behavioural and mindfulness techniques when relevant.
How much experience does she have?
Kathryn has five years of counselling experience working with a wide variety of client needs and presenting concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling from CPCAB and is a member of the NCPS. Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; she works with clients within the United Kingdom.
How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.