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Denise Kerr, BACP

Denise Kerr is a counsellor with 15 years of experience who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression and trauma-related problems.

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About Denise

Denise Kerr is a counsellor with 15 years of experience who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression and trauma-related problems. She works with adults on issues like relationships, grief, parenting pressures and workplace strain. Her approach is tailored to each person rather than fixed to a single method.

Denise holds a BSc in Psychology and a MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling from Regent's University in London. She began training in counselling 18 years ago and completed earlier studies in counselling and listening skills at WPF Therapy.

Background and approach

She also gained practical experience working with the charity Mind as a centre worker and befriender. Her sessions draw on a mix of approaches to suit what each person needs. That can mean focusing on patterns from early attachments, practical thinking strategies, exploring emotions, or looking at deeper life themes.

She explains methods plainly and uses tools that fit the person in front of her. Denise aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk through painful events and work toward change. She often supports clients dealing with loss, self-esteem struggles, relationship breakdown and mood difficulties.

Practical goals and small steps are part of her style. People who prefer a collaborative, warm therapist may find her approach helpful. Sessions can combine short-term problem solving and longer exploration depending on what the client wants.

She practises in the United Kingdom and works in English.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	373207	November 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How Denise blends therapy approaches online

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current feelings and patterns. It can help when trust, closeness or fear of abandonment affect everyday life and relationships.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It uses practical exercises to reduce anxiety, lift low mood and change unhelpful habits over weeks.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Denise will talk with clients about their goals and preferences and then try methods that fit. The plan can change as progress is made so the work stays relevant to real life.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people read facial expression and body language for deeper conversations. Phone sessions can suit lower bandwidth or days when being on camera is difficult. Live chat and text messaging are useful for short check-ins, quick coping suggestions or ongoing support between longer sessions.

These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, family or travel commitments and to continue therapy when life is busy. Many people find the mix of approaches and formats helps them make steady progress.

Frequently asked

What concerns does she help with?

Denise supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma and abuse. She also helps with relationship difficulties, self-esteem, parenting pressures and workplace issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is integrative and collaborative, matching methods to each person. Sessions may include exploring emotions, looking at attachment patterns and practical thinking strategies.

What professional background does she bring?

She has 15 years of experience and began training in counselling 18 years ago. Her early work included roles with the charity Mind and she has taught counselling and psychotherapy at postgraduate level.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds a BSc in Psychology and a MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling and is listed with the BACP. She practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available online?

Denise offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for remote work. These different formats suit varied needs such as shorter check-ins or more in-depth conversations on video.

How is cost handled?

Session cost varies with location and therapist availability and is provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the first steps to start therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that schedule according to therapist availability.