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Cathleen Brentnall, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Cathleen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.7 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Cathleen. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Cathleen has been my hope and guiding light in the toughest and darkest times of my life. She never judged, always listened and guided me with patience. Her laugh is contagious and it's always a treasured time with her. I would sincerely recommend her.

Reviewed December 2024

Cathleen is always very patient to listen to me and she’s very compassionate. I feel she understands me. She’s insightful and resourceful. I’ve tried a few other therapists. The thing that makes her different and stands out is I feel she genuinely wants to help me at her heart. She allows me more time to talk whenever possible and check in with me afterwards and offer resources. She’s the best!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Cathleen

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

Hi there and WELCOME! I hope to create a safe space here in a virtual environment to offer support and provide guidance for you to enhance your mental health and address barriers to achieving your goals. I base my practice on Solution Focussed Therapy, allowing you to explore your values and goals and assisting you in navigating the peaks and valleys of your life. I have a strong Christian faith and can incorporate the power of faith and prayer in our sessions if you want this, I also use a variety of techniques such as EMDR, EFT, CBT, DBT and IFS as part of my practice.

I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique learning style. Together we can explore your strengths and how you get your energy, learn, make decisions and organise your life.

I am licensed in the UK and trained in America (I am an American living in the UK) with a Masters in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counselling, with 20 years of professional work experience with individuals and couples. I look forward to working with you

Specialties

Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Grief Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 395572 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Cathleen Brentnall

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.7

20 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Amazing Support Thank you The best Grateful Great Guidance Healing Wonderful

Cathleen has been my hope and guiding light in the toughest and darkest times of my life. She never judged, always listened and guided me with patience. Her laugh is contagious and it's always a treasured time with her. I would sincerely recommend her.

Reviewed December 2024

Cathleen is always very patient to listen to me and she’s very compassionate. I feel she understands me. She’s insightful and resourceful. I’ve tried a few other therapists. The thing that makes her different and stands out is I feel she genuinely wants to help me at her heart. She allows me more time to talk whenever possible and check in with me afterwards and offer resources. She’s the best!

Reviewed November 2024

Things are going great. Working together gives me a base of support that I can rely on.

Reviewed November 2024

Cathleen is very compassionate. She helps me to understand myself better

Reviewed July 2024

She got me through one of the toughest times of my life. Only feel gratitude for her support. Thankyou.

Reviewed June 2024

She is wonderful!

Reviewed May 2024

I find that establishing trust with someone who not only listens but helps you work together through trauma is most important. I feel especially lucky to have found Cathleen and am grateful for all she has done. She cares so much for her patients and is always looking for the best way to help them.

Reviewed May 2024

She is amazing. I didn't trust therapists in general and did not expect it would heal me. I would recommend her anyone needing to heal themselves of inner fear, trauma, etc. I hope I'll heal more than now and the positive thoughts and mind will last longer. Thank you Cathleen!

Reviewed November 2023

Cathleen is so uplifting and encouraging ! I always come away from our sessions feeling heard, energized, and motivated. I look forward to therapy sessions because I know I’ll walk away feeling more prepared to face my challenges with a positive outlook.

Reviewed March 2023

Don’t even know where to start; Catheleen has absolutely changed my life and the way I see myself l, the world and my marriage. She is absolutely Godly gifted with the work she does as she gets to the roots of issues without even making it obvious. I have felt so cared for, loved and supported with her valuable experience, expertise and knowledge. If I had to recommend a therapist it would be this amazing woman of God who truly cares for the mental health and healing of other people. Couldn’t have made the progress I have done in my marriage in such a short time if it wasn’t for her constant support, guidance and expertise. Truly life changing experience! It has been such a gift of God meeting such an incredible human being.

Reviewed March 2023

What can I say about Lena. Simply amazing. A genuine and warm person who really cares and rallies for your success. She has given me a new lease on life and is ALWAYS available to offer insights and support and guidance. She is an amazing therapist and I would recommend her in a heartbeat!

Reviewed March 2023

Cathleen is a very compassionate and strong woman. As a therapist she has an open ear to my thoughts, concerns, and daily struggles. Her responses show that she is rich of experience and hence , sharing with her helped me very much on my healing process. Furthermore, we used some techniques to heal very traumatic experiences from the past, and it works! Thank you Cathleen for being here with us!

Reviewed March 2023

Cathleen is a very understanding, empathetic and skilled therapist. It has been a joy working with her for the past few months. She has reminded me of the skills I have, as well as teaching me many new ones, and has given me the confidence to use these going forward. Thank you for everything

Reviewed January 2023

Cathleen is a fantastic therapist and I'm immensely grateful for what she has taught me over several months and numerous sessions. I would highly recommend working with her.

Reviewed December 2022

Cathleen was so calm. Instantly I knew I could speak with her and confide. Without the fear of being judged. She was very very patient with my yapping away! Supported me with techniques I could use to ease my anxiety and not feel overwhelmed. Highlights recommend Cathleen.

Reviewed December 2022

I can honestly say that Cathleen is in a masterclass at what she does. I have never in my life felt that I have made such progress in my self-improvement in all my life. Cathleen is very easy to talk to, is a great listener, and genuinely cares about getting to the root of people’s problems, and giving them practical tools to deal with them. I couldn’t recommend Cathleen enough to anyone wishing to work with a therapist. Thank you Cathleen

Reviewed December 2022

She is amazing… Down to earth… She sees me for me and is ready to help me grow by whatever means possible… She spent extra hours talking to me even when she didn’t need to. Her Act of Service inspires me and makes me believe that Good People do exist.. Very Professional and Interested in knowing you.. She’s a firm believer of the word and she speaks from the spirit.. I love her existence

Reviewed December 2022

Just getting start but already feel very comfortable talking with Cathleen. Really positive experience.

Reviewed November 2022

Lena is wonderful - so human and kind and really knowledgeable

Reviewed November 2022

It's my first time doing therapy, and I couldn't have been happier with my decision to finally do it. I'm so glad I found BetterHelp and they connected me with the best therapist, Cathleen, who has been extremely supportive and helpful. I can already feel progress and positive impact on my daily life thanks to her words, empathy, and techniques. I could only recommend!

Reviewed November 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cathleen Brentnall offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Cathleen Brentnall works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Cathleen Brentnall speak?

Cathleen Brentnall speaks English.

How many years of experience does Cathleen Brentnall have?

Cathleen Brentnall has 10 years of experience.

Where is Cathleen Brentnall licensed to practice?

Cathleen Brentnall is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Cathleen Brentnall accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Cathleen Brentnall accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Cathleen Brentnall offer?

Cathleen Brentnall offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Cathleen Brentnall?

Cathleen Brentnall can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Cathleen Brentnall?

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