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Dr Katherine Smith

Dr Katherine Smith

Psychology 30049915

 

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Overview
Fee assured

Specialises in

  • Behavioural Activation (BA)
  • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Psychotherapy

Offers

  • Face-to-face consultations
  • Video and telephone consultations

About me

I am a compassionate and experienced Counselling Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Profession Council (HCPC) and an accredited BACP Therapist. I have over 12 years of experience working therapeutically in both NHS and private sector services. I work therapeutically with individuals who are struggling with emotional and psychological distress.

The heart of my therapeutic approach is Person-Centred Counselling, which I believe is fundamental for therapeutic growth and change. I integrate different modalities to adapt sessions to my clients unique needs and experiences. I aim to create a safe and non-judgemental space where individuals can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace.

I have experience working in a range of services, including bereavement, children and young people, older adult psychiatry, adult mental health, health psychology, and working with psychosis. I currently work in private practice. Private practice has allowed me to work flexibly with a variety of individuals presenting with a range of mental health difficulties as well as severe and enduring mental health issues. Private practice offers me the opportunity to focus more on my areas of interest and expertise. My skills lie in working with those who have been impacted by trauma and struggling with relationships, and most importantly, making sense of personal experiences and the impact those continue to have on them today. I adapt my ways of working to meet a client's individual needs, and try and encourage people to be kinder to themselves and value their self-worth.

Areas of interest

Specialist interests and expertise:

EMDR Therapy

Relationship difficulties with the self and others

Difficulties from childhood (including abuse and attachments)

Low mood and anxiety

Bereavement, grief, and end of life care

Children and Young People (including Play Therapy)


I tailor sessions to my clients unique needs and experiences. I begin therapy by creating a safe and welcoming space, either face-to-face or remotely. It is important I can offer an emotional environment that fosters an atmosphere of warmth, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. This then allows me to build trust gradually with my clients, and we can explore what is bringing them to therapy and understanding their stories. I aim to promote autonomy and self-exploration, encouraging clients to take the lead in their therapy sessions. I also aim to promote self-acceptance and help clients develop a compassionate attitude toward themselves.

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