Catherine Mantack, BACP
Practical support for parenting stress and anxiety
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- 4
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Family conflicts
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Catherine
Catherine Mantack is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety. She works with adults who are struggling with parenting pressures, family conflict, low self esteem and the challenges of living with ADHD. Catherine writes plainly and keeps sessions practical so busy parents can fit therapy into their lives.
Catherine holds BACP accreditation. She has four years of professional experience working with people who want clearer communication, more confidence, or relief from guilt and shame.
Background and approach
Her work is grounded in straightforward conversation and everyday problem solving rather than jargon. Sessions aim to identify what matters most to each person. Catherine adapts her style to the individual, keeping goals realistic and achievable.
She uses tools that support better daily routines, calmer thinking, and kinder self-talk. She creates a non-judgemental space and treats people with respect and sensitivity. That approach helps clients feel able to talk about loneliness, social anxiety or relationship strain without fear of blame.
Catherine supports clients who want practical steps for parenting stress, improved communication and stronger self-esteem. She encourages small changes that add up over time and helps people notice progress between sessions.
What Catherine works with
Everything Catherine lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Catherine helps people with.
Approaches that suit busy parents and online working
Many clients benefit from practical, evidence-based techniques that teach clearer thinking and better daily habits. Cognitive-style approaches focus on recognising unhelpful thoughts and trying alternative ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and self-criticism. These methods can help with parenting worries, social anxiety and low self-esteem.Behavioural and skills-based approaches concentrate on small, repeatable actions. This might include creating simple routines, practising communication skills, or setting achievable goals to build confidence and reduce overwhelm. Such techniques are useful for managing stress, ADHD-related organisation and family communication problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Catherine will discuss options with each person and decide together what fits their needs, goals and preferences. The choice of method can change as progress is made and challenges shift over time.
Online therapy offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls let people see facial cues and use screen-sharing for worksheets. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can suit shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging provide brief, on-the-go support and are helpful for quick reflections between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around parenting and work commitments while keeping the focus on practical steps.
Questions people ask about Catherine
What concerns does Catherine focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting pressures and family conflict, plus related issues such as self-esteem, ADHD, loneliness and social anxiety.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and person-centred, focusing on clear steps and everyday coping strategies rather than clinical terminology.
How much experience does she have?
Catherine has four years of professional counselling experience supporting people with a range of emotional and family-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to therapist availability.
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