Catherine Thomson, BACP
Person-centred counsellor for relationships and anxiety
- BACP member
- Creative therapy techniques
- Accepting international clients
About Catherine Thomson
Catherine Thomson, who prefers to be called Kate, is a fully qualified counsellor and a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. She has five years of clinical experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples and families through a wide range of life challenges including changing family dynamics, bereavement and other losses, illness, accident or trauma, depression, anxiety and stress, social isolation or loneliness, bullying and concerns about body image.
Kate practises from a person-centred foundation and combines that orientation with creative and solution-focused tools tailored to each client. Her work may include sand tray therapy, Russian dolls, letter writing, vision boards, mindfulness, psychoeducation, narrative techniques and play therapy, chosen according to what best suits the individual or the family she is working with. She aims to help people manage negative thoughts and behaviours, regulate emotions, reduce anxiety, sharpen focus, set achievable goals, resolve problems, clarify personal values, assert boundaries and build confidence to be themselves.
Her background includes roles in charity settings such as Mind and Action for Carers, as well as private-sector work with BUPA and an independent practice. She has supported clients face to face and online across diverse backgrounds, cultures and sexual orientations. Before training as a counsellor, Kate ran small businesses, worked in corporate environments and served as chairperson of her children’s school Parent Teachers Association, experience she draws on to offer a nonjudgemental, friendly and flexible style that is tailored to each client’s needs.
Kate practises from a person-centred foundation and combines that orientation with creative and solution-focused tools tailored to each client. Her work may include sand tray therapy, Russian dolls, letter writing, vision boards, mindfulness, psychoeducation, narrative techniques and play therapy, chosen according to what best suits the individual or the family she is working with. She aims to help people manage negative thoughts and behaviours, regulate emotions, reduce anxiety, sharpen focus, set achievable goals, resolve problems, clarify personal values, assert boundaries and build confidence to be themselves.
Her background includes roles in charity settings such as Mind and Action for Carers, as well as private-sector work with BUPA and an independent practice. She has supported clients face to face and online across diverse backgrounds, cultures and sexual orientations. Before training as a counsellor, Kate ran small businesses, worked in corporate environments and served as chairperson of her children’s school Parent Teachers Association, experience she draws on to offer a nonjudgemental, friendly and flexible style that is tailored to each client’s needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Catherine Thomson have?
Catherine Thomson has five years of professional experience as a counsellor.
Is Catherine Thomson a registered therapist?
Yes. She is a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Catherine Thomson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Catherine Thomson located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Catherine Thomson as my therapist?
You can work with Catherine Thomson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Catherine Thomson work with international clients?
Yes, Catherine Thomson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Catherine Thomson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that inform online therapy and remote care
Catherine integrates client-centred practice with evidence-informed approaches to support people working through stress, relationships, grief and changes in life. Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the process, emphasising empathy, active listening and working at the client’s pace to build understanding and self-awareness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, offering practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage mood and cope with everyday problems. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and early attachment experiences to help people improve intimacy, set healthier boundaries and recover from abandonment or relational trauma.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Catherine works collaboratively with each client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques as progress is made so the work remains relevant and personally meaningful.
Online therapy with Catherine is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from home or while travelling, and they allow clients to choose the format that best suits their practical needs and style of working.