Integrative Counsellor in Nottingham and Online

About Catharine

I have always been fascinated by people (right from my school days!): what makes us who we are, what has shaped us, and how some of our experiences and learned behaviour can potentially limit us in later life.

I started my career in HR, before moving into organisational development, driven by a curiosity about what really helps people thrive—not just perform. Over time, I saw that most of us are looking for the same things at work: connection, purpose, and the freedom to be ourselves.

My corporate background gave me a real understanding of the pressures people face in their careers—and how easily those challenges spill into the rest of life (and vice versa). As a leader, I have always adopted a coaching style: listening deeply, supporting others, and creating space for people to show up as they are. I saw how powerful it can be when someone feels genuinely seen and supported, especially during difficult times.

That’s what led me to train in counselling and psychotherapy—so I could support people not just in their work, but as whole individuals navigating some of the challenges of life.

Whatever it is that has brought you to my website, I hope that you find the information you need to make the right next step for you.

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Qualifications and Memberships

Qualifications

  • Post-Grad Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
  • Post-Grad Certificate in Interpersonal & Counselling Skills
  • Post-Graduate Certificate in Business Coaching
  • MA Law and Employment Relations

Memberships

  • British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - Registered Member
  • Association for Coaching (AC)

I'm committed to ongoing professional development and regularly attend training courses including work on therapy with couples, grief and loss, anxiety, neurodiversity, trauma, and understanding addictions. I receive regular clinical supervision and adhere to the BACP Code of Ethics, which supports high professional standards.

Testimonials

"My time with Catharine has been the best gift I could’ve given myself. Together, we have tackled some traumatic events from my past , with the support and safe space that Catherine has provided I am now able to move forward in a positive and constructive way with my life.

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Catherine has helped me put all the pieces together and helped me to understand what is not my stuff and to stop worrying or stressing over it.


Catherine has given me the ability to pull myself away from my overthinking, and by reflecting on our sessions, I often see the benefits and wisdom that I gain from each appointment. My time with Catharine is a moment of calm, often bringing a moment of peace within my week."

Steve

"I’ve struggled with overthinking, self-doubt, and anxiety for most of my life, but these became especially overwhelming during a particularly stressful period at work. My imposter syndrome was at its peak, and it was having a real impact on my well-being and many areas of my life.

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Finding Catharine was incredibly valuable for me. Through our sessions, I’ve gained more confidence in myself than I’ve ever had before. More importantly, because my overall anxiety is so much more manageable now, all areas of my life feel calmer and more balanced. Even on days when self-doubt creeps in, she has given me practical tools and strategies that help me manage negative thoughts and keep them from taking over.


Catharine is empathetic, thoughtful and supportive. She challenged my thinking in ways that helped me recognise the negative cycle I had been stuck in. I’m very grateful for the positive impact she has had on both my confidence and overall well-being."

Molly

"We had the opportunity to engage Catharine to support one of our employees during a particularly challenging period, and the impact of her work has been both meaningful and lasting.

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From the outset, Catharine demonstrated a high level of professionalism, empathy, and discretion. She created a safe and supportive environment that allowed our employee to openly engage with the process and access the help they needed. Her approach was thoughtful, structured, and tailored to the individual, which made a noticeable difference in both wellbeing and confidence.

As an organisation, we place great value on employee mental health, and it was reassuring to partner with someone who shares that commitment so clearly. We observed a positive shift not only in the employees’ resilience and outlook, but also in their ability to re-engage effectively with their role.

We would not hesitate to recommend Catharine to other organisations seeking high-quality, compassionate mental health support for their teams."

Robert Bell - Managing Director

Bell Formwork & Civil Engineering Services Limited