Kerry Herd

• Stress and anxiety
• Self esteem
• Family conflict

About Kerry

Kerry Herd helps people address stress, anxiety, family conflict, low self-esteem and depression by working in a person-centred way. She is an integrative person-centred counsellor who explores what is troubling clients and builds the relationship as the foundation for change. Kerry is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and has three years of professional experience.

Kerry listens without judgement and follows each person’s pace. She treats clients as the experts in their own lives and focuses on their strengths when talking through difficulties. Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical, with time to reflect and consider small steps forward.

Her work supports practical coping with anxiety and stress, and looks at patterns that affect self-esteem and motivation. When family conflict is an issue, Kerry helps people talk through the dynamics and identify clearer ways to manage interactions. She also has experience supporting people who are dealing with low mood and depression.

She combines person-centred principles with other evidence-based techniques to suit the person in front of her. That means the therapeutic relationship stays central while different methods are used as appropriate. Kerry adapts the pace and focus to each client’s concerns and goals.

Kerry practises in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. Before booking, clients should confirm current session options as formats are not specified here. To start, people use the site matching process and schedule a first session once matched.

How Kerry uses person-centred work and other techniques online

Person-centred counselling focuses on building a trusting relationship and listening in a non-judgemental way. It helps people clarify their thoughts, feel heard, and decide what changes to try next. Kerry combines this with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are chosen to fit a client’s needs and goals.

One additional approach she uses is guided problem-solving, which breaks down difficulties into clear steps and practical actions to reduce stress and manage anxiety. Another approach focuses on improving self-esteem through reflective conversation and noticing small successes that can build confidence over time. These methods support issues like low mood, motivation and family conflict by giving concrete options to try between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Kerry will discuss different ways of working and agree on what feels most useful based on the person’s concerns, aims and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs do.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so clients should confirm the available options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family or travel, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and cut the time spent travelling to appointments. Registered or accredited professionals can offer these practical benefits while helping people make steady progress.

Topics Kerry lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Family conflicts
• Self-esteem
• Depression

Questions about Kerry

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. Kerry has experience helping people manage anxiety and stress through person-centred counselling and related techniques.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers integrative person-centred counselling, using the therapeutic relationship as the main tool and adding other evidence-based techniques when helpful.

How much experience does she have?

Kerry has three years of professional work experience in counselling.

Is she a registered counsellor in the UK?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, recorded as BACP.

Can I have sessions in another language?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin counselling with her?

Click the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.