- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Life purpose
About Kathleen
Kathleen Murray Forth is a PACFA counsellor in Australia with seven years of professional experience. She works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and coping with life changes. Kathleen also supports those dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, body image concerns, caregiver stress, communication problems and questions of life purpose.
Her style is practical and down-to-earth. She encourages people to notice their existing strengths and to use them to manage difficult moments. Sessions are conversational and focused on small, measurable steps rather than long lectures or abstract theory.
When someone feels overwhelmed by decisions or loss, Kathleen helps them break problems into manageable parts. She listens for patterns linked to shame, guilt or isolation, and helps the person find ways to interrupt unhelpful cycles. Work on panic, social anxiety or workplace stress often begins with simple breathing and grounding strategies paired with talk about triggers and daily routines.
Kathleen treats grief and trauma with attention to pacing. She helps people tolerate strong feelings and then choose the next practical action. For questions about identity, relationships or sexuality she uses straightforward conversation to clarify values and goals.
People can expect clear, calm feedback and practical suggestions each session. The focus is on what is useful now - small changes that make life feel more manageable. To start, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic methods and how online sessions are used
Evidence-based techniques commonly used include short-term cognitive and behavioural approaches that focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioural changes. These methods help with anxiety, panic attacks, workplace stress and low mood by teaching practical skills to manage symptoms and test new habits.Another common approach is grief-informed care that emphasises pacing and tolerating strong emotions while deciding on next steps. This method supports people navigating loss, complex feelings around relationships, and midlife transitions by combining emotional processing with practical coping strategies.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and help decide what fits best based on a person's needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow check-ins during a lunch break or between commitments. It can also let someone choose sessions that match their energy on a given day, such as a shorter phone check-in or a longer video conversation.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as attachment, body image and workplace problems.
How does she approach someone feeling stuck?
Her approach is practical and conversational, focusing on strengths, small steps and strategies to reduce overwhelming feelings.
What is her professional background?
She has seven years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life transition issues.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds PACFA and practices in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.