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Hello, I am Katherine.Are you looking for a warm, calm, and non-judgmental counsellor?
I welcome those who need to unburden their troubles and unravel their muddles. I am ready to hear your darkest stories and hopeful enough to know that we can all grow. You may be feeling anxious or stressed, have issues at work, including chronic stress. You may have trauma or PTSD, or have experienced bereavement or loss. I also have a special interest in issues around self-esteem, imposter syndrome, chronic illness, and political or environmental worries/ eco anxiety. Appointments can be in a peaceful, garden room in Bekesbourne, near Canterbury, or on the phone, or online. |
I won't diagnose, advise, or judge you, I will always listen, be honest, believe in you, help you to untangle your issues. You’ll set the pace and the focus; my only aim is to help you to accept & believe in yourself.
As well as traditional talking (person-centred) therapy, I could offer you creative counselling or mindfulness in our sessions. Mindfulness is a wonderful way to slow everything down and become more aware of the self, and of nature and beauty around us. Relaxation techniques can help the body and the mind to unwind.
Or, if you like we could use clay, colour, drawing, painting, photography, stories, poetry, visualisations, sand-tray, cards, or any ideas you have, to explore your thoughts and feelings and release emotions as we are creating. You don’t need to be arty or creative, it is not about the finished piece, more about the process.
I volunteered for 3 years counselling males survivors of sexual abuse, and volunteered through the pandemic, counselling NHS staff. I have since worked at Mind, and now work for Wellbeing in the Arts and with those bereaved by Suicide at Suicide& Co.
I had 20 years experience of working in, and leading projects in charities, that supported people with issues inc. mental health, homelessness, disability and older people. I have always loved to help people to realise their goals and am privileged to continue to do this in private practice.
As well as traditional talking (person-centred) therapy, I could offer you creative counselling or mindfulness in our sessions. Mindfulness is a wonderful way to slow everything down and become more aware of the self, and of nature and beauty around us. Relaxation techniques can help the body and the mind to unwind.
Or, if you like we could use clay, colour, drawing, painting, photography, stories, poetry, visualisations, sand-tray, cards, or any ideas you have, to explore your thoughts and feelings and release emotions as we are creating. You don’t need to be arty or creative, it is not about the finished piece, more about the process.
I volunteered for 3 years counselling males survivors of sexual abuse, and volunteered through the pandemic, counselling NHS staff. I have since worked at Mind, and now work for Wellbeing in the Arts and with those bereaved by Suicide at Suicide& Co.
I had 20 years experience of working in, and leading projects in charities, that supported people with issues inc. mental health, homelessness, disability and older people. I have always loved to help people to realise their goals and am privileged to continue to do this in private practice.
I have a peaceful counselling room in Bekesbourne, where there is free parking, and a WC. It is 10 minutes’ drive from Canterbury. I am also fan of remote counselling; I find that using the phone or online can be just as empowering and effective as if we were in a room together. In fact, sometimes it can be easier to share deeper feelings when you are somewhere you feel comfortable and relaxed. It is more accessible too and cuts out the time and costs associated with travelling to an appointment.
I know that finding a counsellor can be daunting. It has been a difficult time for many & we all need somewhere safe to offload. I hope you'll find me to be an open, accepting, & understanding counsellor who and is always attentive & empathic. I believe in growth and always see the good in people.
I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental, and inclusive space where people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued and supported.
I offer a free, 30-minute no-obligation introductory consultation. This is a great way to see if we click and I am someone you think you would be able to trust. If you have any questions, please get in touch.
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