
Katherine Herbert is a fully qualified and experienced Counsellor and registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) based in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire.
My training background is as an Integrative Counsellor, this means looking at a person individually and as a whole. Emotional, physical and mental needs are then taken into account. Techniques and tools are then taken from different Counselling models to tailor an individual approach for them.
Whilst doing my training I worked as a support worker for Victim Support and a Counsellor at The Living Room, Safe Haven and Future Living Hertford. Working with clients with a wide range of issues, some of the issues I have worked with are domestic abuse, addictions, low self worth, anxiety, depression, trust issues ,sexual trauma, PTSD, losses such as divorce and losing child contact.
After completing my training I worked with a charity delivering domestic abuse recovery programs for both women and men, separately. Working on self esteem, coping strategies for anxiety and recognising triggers, using Behavioural Therapy for this and much more. My role as support worker within this charity enabled me to access clients needs and develop with them individual plans and pathways so that they could move forwards with their lives, identifying any issues that were keeping them stuck and working with them to resolve that.
I have always been passionate about empowering others and giving people the space to explore their own feelings and most importantly to have their voices heard and validated.
My training background is as an Integrative Counsellor, this means looking at a person individually and as a whole. Emotional, physical and mental needs are then taken into account. Techniques and tools are then taken from different Counselling models to tailor an individual approach for them.
Whilst doing my training I worked as a support worker for Victim Support and a Counsellor at The Living Room, Safe Haven and Future Living Hertford. Working with clients with a wide range of issues, some of the issues I have worked with are domestic abuse, addictions, low self worth, anxiety, depression, trust issues ,sexual trauma, PTSD, losses such as divorce and losing child contact.
After completing my training I worked with a charity delivering domestic abuse recovery programs for both women and men, separately. Working on self esteem, coping strategies for anxiety and recognising triggers, using Behavioural Therapy for this and much more. My role as support worker within this charity enabled me to access clients needs and develop with them individual plans and pathways so that they could move forwards with their lives, identifying any issues that were keeping them stuck and working with them to resolve that.
I have always been passionate about empowering others and giving people the space to explore their own feelings and most importantly to have their voices heard and validated.
FAQ
Therapies Offered
Qualifications
- Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling
- Diploma in Couples Counselling & Family Therapy
- Diploma in Domestic Abuse Recovery
- Diploma in Trauma Release
- Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Diploma in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
- BACP Certificate of Proficiency
- Certificate in Counselling Studies
- Certificate in Mental Health Awareness
- Certificate in Working With Trauma
- Certificate In Working With Addictions
Specialist Work
I have specialised in the recovery from trauma and domestic abuse, helping individuals find healing, resilience and peace. Trauma can take many forms-whether from a single event, prolonged stress or deep seated emotional wounds-and it can affect every aspect of our lives. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding and safety, as I believe that creating a secure environment is the first step towards recovery.
Common issues faced by those who have experienced trauma are PTSD, low self esteem, questioning self belief, anxiety, depression and alcohol and drug misuse.
I use trauma informed care techniques integrating approaches like CBT, Psychodynamic therapy, Mindfulness practices and Somatic therapy to help you reconnect with yourself, process difficult emotions and rebuild your sense of control and empowerment.
Together we will work on developing tools and coping strategies to help you self soothe and regulate your emotions and seek to identify any unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving.
My therapy room is located in an 18th century listed farmhouse nestled in the heart of a beautiful valley, situated alongside the picturesque River Chess. Surrounded by four acres of tranquil grounds, this serene therapy room is located at Loudwater Farm. This setting offers a perfect space for reflection and healing, providing a connection to both nature and peace. Whilst being tucked away in the countryside it is conveniently situated just half a mile from J18 of the M25 and just 30 minutes away from London. Surrounding areas are Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, Chorleywood, Watford and Amersham.
Contact Katherine
Katherine Herbert
Loudwater Farm
Loudwater Lane
Rickmansworth WD3 4HG
tel: 07949 965 374
email: info@localtalktherapy.co.uk

