Kat Hurst, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kat is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
More about Kat
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Hello, my name is Kat and I am an anxiety and trauma focused therapist and clinical supervisor. I work from a gendered perspective with women and girls and those who identify as female only from the age of 14 and above.
I support clients who have experienced any kind of trauma or abuse, such as physical, sexual, psychological, neglect and/or any kind of anxiety such as generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, PTSD, low self-esteem, depression etc.
I work in an integrative way with clients using a phased approach to recovery. Discussing trauma and the feelings it has left you with can be very difficult. I will offer you the space to talk and be truly heard about matters that are causing you distress. As an Integrative Relational therapist, I will ensure our sessions will be personalised to meet your specific needs and I will draw upon a range of therapeutic approaches and techniques to support you such as CBT, existentialism and other humanistic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients, meaning we explore your thoughts and feelings together from a non-judgemental perspective at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I believe you are the expert on you and I am there to support you reach the change, personal insight, self-awareness and growth you are looking for.
Before I became a therapist, I worked in mental health hospitals and gained extensive experience working with adolescents and adults diagnosed with an eating disorder (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, rumination disorder, orthorexia etc.) I am passionate about this area of work and continue to work with female clients who are experiencing disordered eating. Clients seeking therapeutic support for this should, however, be under the care of their GP or other medical professional alongside their therapy, due to the physical risks connected with having an eating disorder.
If you are seeking therapy for something other than a specific trauma, ED or anxiety issue, I would be glad to meet with you so you can determine if my way of working will be suitable for your needs. I believe empowerment is the key to moving on after trauma and therefore, it is empowerment that I put at the forefront of my work with clients.
Specialties
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 393763 · Expires October 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kat Hurst offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kat Hurst 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 Kat Hurst speak?
Kat Hurst speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kat Hurst have?
Kat Hurst has 4 years of experience.
Where is Kat Hurst licensed to practice?
Kat Hurst is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Kat Hurst accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Kat Hurst does not accept 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."
How can I communicate with Kat Hurst?
Kat Hurst 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 Kat Hurst?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.