About Me
Hello and welcome.
I am Katie and I decided to re-train in psychotherapy and counselling as a second career. Like many therapists, what drew me to the sector was the experiences I had as a client myself, and wanting to help others as I had been helped.
I have experience working in the veterinary environment and have also worked in the charitable sector, working with clients who have been struggling with trauma, domestic abuse and other difficulties.
I have experience working both face to face and online, offering both online and in person sessions.
I feel so privileged to have played a part in my client's journeys and love the work I do.
I am a big believer that we must work hard on ourselves to be able to experience the small joys of life - so I am an avid reader, love nature and try to ensure I am immersed in the things that bring me peace.
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I am part of the LGBTQIA+ community and work affirmatively with LGBTQIA+ people. This may not be your reason for seeking therapy, but you can work with me knowing I am a safe practitioner to be your whole self with.
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I have a wonderful little dog called Martha who keeps me company and I am always keen to hear about your furry companions too.
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I look forward to meeting you!
I am a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society and work within their strict ethical framework which you can read here.
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I hold insurance and am registered with the ICO in order to keep to GDPR guidelines.
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Qualifications
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Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
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Integrative Sex and Relationship Therapy Informed
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Post Graduate Certificate in Veterinary Education
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Advanced Diploma in Veterinary Nursing & RVN
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Most recent CPD:
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ADHD Certification (In Progress)
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Sex and Relationship Therapy Certificate
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Dissociative Identity Disorder
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Recognising abuse and coercive control
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Vicarious traumatisation
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Some things I have helped clients with include (not exhaustive):
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Relationships and Intimacy
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LGBTQIA+
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Gender Identity
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Self-acceptance
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Life Transitions
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Difficulties with Self-Esteem
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Sexual and Domestic Abuse
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Grief, Loss, Bereavement
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Veterinary specific counselling including compassion fatigue and burn out
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Health Anxiety