Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no additional cost to you if you use our links to purchase.

Kerry Rudman

Kerry Rudman

Therapist · United Kingdom

Skilful, adaptable counsellor for life stresses

  • Attachment-focused
  • Uses CBT
  • NCPS credential

About Kerry

Kerry Rudman is a counsellor who helps people work through stress, anxiety, loss and a wide range of life challenges. She uses straightforward language and a calm approach to make it easier to talk about difficult feelings. Kerry holds NCPS as her listed credential and works from the United Kingdom.

Her style draws on several methods so she can adapt to what each person needs. Kerry uses attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships shape current reactions. She also uses client-centred listening so a person's own goals and preferences guide the sessions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is part of her toolkit for tackling anxious thoughts and unhelpful behaviours. Narrative and motivational techniques also feature when helpful, especially around change and motivation. Kerry aims to help people notice patterns, try small experiments, and build on what works.

She has five years of experience and often supports people dealing with depression, addictions, sleep and eating concerns, parenting strain, ADHD-related difficulties, relationship problems and grief. She also works with issues such as body image, codependency, communication problems, and divorce or separation.

Sessions are arranged through the site process where users complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling. Kerry offers some evening and weekend times but most availability is during daytime hours, typically 9am to 3pm. Please confirm current session options when booking.

How Kerry's approaches translate to online therapy

Kerry draws on attachment-based ideas and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside client-centred listening. Attachment-based work looks at patterns formed in past relationships and how they influence current feelings and reactions, which can help with anxiety, relationship strain and trust issues. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on identifying anxious or negative thoughts and trying small behavioural experiments to change routines and mood. Client-centred counselling puts the person's priorities and pace at the heart of the work, giving space to be heard and to set goals.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Kerry will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. Together they monitor what helps and adjust the plan as needed rather than sticking to a single method.

Please confirm the session formats Kerry offers before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats. Many people find online work useful because it can fit around daily life, reduce travel time and make it easier to keep regular appointments. It also allows shorter check-ins when needed, and options that avoid video when someone prefers not to be on camera. Ask about current session arrangements when you begin the matching process.

Areas of focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteemDepressionAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems can be addressed?

Kerry helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and addictions. She also works with relationship strain, eating and sleeping concerns, parenting stress and ADHD-related challenges.

How would you describe the therapy style?

The work is practical and person-centred. Kerry combines listening with clear strategies from approaches such as CBT and attachment-based ideas.

What is Kerry's background and experience?

She has five years of experience as a practising counsellor. Her approach blends several therapeutic methods to suit different needs.

What credentials and location are listed?

The profile lists NCPS as the credential and shows the therapist is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with Kerry?

International clients are not currently accepted according to the profile.

How are sessions charged or paid for?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What steps are needed to begin?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Kerry RudmanContinue with Kerry