Catherine Teale (Richards) , BACP

Catherine Teale (Richards) is an integrative counsellor known for a warm, kind and approachable style that aims to help people feel heard and understood. She combines practical techniques with attentive listening to offer space for reflection on past and present concerns, guiding each person at a pace that suits them. Catherine holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Counselling - an undergraduate qualification focused on counselling theory and practice - and is a member of the BACP, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

With four years of clinical experience, she has supported people facing a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma and PTSD, relationship and family problems, grief, and issues relating to self-esteem and confidence. She works with both adults and young people, responding to each person's needs by drawing on an integrative toolkit that includes evidence-informed approaches such as ACT, attachment-focused work, client-centered methods, CBT and emotionally-focused techniques. Catherine describes her work as compassionate and non-judgmental, offering alternative perspectives and a chance to be curious about recurring patterns and current challenges.

She provides information about her practice online at www.tealetherapy.com. Please note she is not currently accepting new clients.

Approaches and online support tailored to you

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being led by them, and to take steps that align with their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, low mood and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns in close connections and can help with relationship difficulties, trust issues and attachment-related distress. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, non-judgmental relationship where the client’s experience guides the work - it is helpful for building self-understanding, self-esteem and making sense of emotional challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Catherine will work collaboratively to explore which methods fit a person’s goals, needs and preferences, adjusting pace and focus so the work feels relevant and manageable. This shared planning helps shape clear, realistic steps for change.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, over the phone, via live chat or through text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments, and to maintain continuity of care even when in-person meetings are difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt their approach effectively across these formats to support meaningful progress.