Kathryn Maddy-Powell, BACP

Kathryn Maddy-Powell is an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist with seven years of experience in both paid and voluntary roles, supporting people through some of life’s most challenging moments. She has worked with women and their partners following the permanent removal of a child, contributed to suicide prevention and postvention efforts, and supported clients navigating grief, loss, and trauma.

Known for a calm, non-judgemental presence, Kathryn pays attention to both spoken and unspoken needs, creating a comfortable space in which trust can develop. Her practice is integrative, drawing on the therapeutic methods best suited to each person, including Person-Centred approaches, Psychodynamic and Relational perspectives, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and existential ideas. She adapts her use of these approaches to fit the individual presentation and goals of each client.

Her client work covers bereavement including death by suicide and dementia, as well as stress, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. Kathryn holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which denotes professional affiliation with a national counselling body and adherence to its professional standards.

Therapeutic approaches offered online and how they help

Kathryn draws on several established approaches to tailor therapy to each person's needs. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a non-judgemental, empathetic environment in which the client’s own resources and insights are central; it can be helpful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and restoring a sense of direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Psychodynamic Therapy explores patterns from past experiences and relationships that continue to shape current feelings and reactions, which can be useful for addressing complex trauma and recurring relational difficulties.

Kathryn approaches choice of method collaboratively - she will work with each client to identify the approaches that best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy remains relevant and responsive.

Online therapy with Kathryn is offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments. These options make it easier to access regular support from registered professionals without travelling, while still maintaining a therapeutic relationship focused on the client’s priorities.