- Warm down-to-earth approach
- Practical goal focus
- Experience in workplace issues
About Kate
Kate Oliver-Smith is a psychotherapeutic counsellor with 13 years of experience and an NCPS credential. She believes people can reach realistic goals when they decide to, and that counselling can help make those changes achievable.
She began her working life in Human Resources, helping individuals and teams with mediation, coaching and workplace problems. That time showed her she enjoyed helping people solve personal issues and that she had a gift for it.
Kate later moved into therapeutic practice and draws on several approaches including psychodynamic work, cognitive behavioural techniques and a person-centred attitude. She mixes these methods to suit each person rather than using the same plan for everyone.
Clients can expect a warm, down-to-earth manner. Sessions focus on listening, practical steps and noticing patterns that get in the way. Conversations aim to be straightforward and useful rather than full of jargon.
She works with a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship difficulties. Additional areas of focus include grief, self-esteem, ADHD, parenting and issues connected to adoption and attachment.
Kate also supports people facing long-term health challenges, caregiver stress and work-related pressures. She combines her counselling skills and HR background to help people find clearer choices and manageable next steps.
How Kate uses therapeutic approaches in online work
Kate blends client-centred ways of working with cognitive behavioural methods and psychodynamic thinking to help people online. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and offering acceptance so people can find their own answers; it suits those who want empathic support and space to reflect. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical exercises for issues like anxiety, low mood and sleep problems. Psychodynamic ideas help people spot repeating patterns from past relationships that affect current behaviour and emotions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kate will discuss goals and preferences with each person and shape the sessions together. That means the approach can change over time as needs become clearer and progress is made.
Session logistics are not listed in the biography, so confirm which online formats are offered before booking. Online work can help fit therapy into busy lives by removing travel time, making shorter check-ins possible and letting sessions take place when they suit a daily routine. Many people find these practical benefits helpful while they work through stress, relationship concerns or life changes.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can be addressed in sessions?
Kate works with many issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties and grief, plus areas such as self-esteem, sleep problems and ADHD.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a warm, down-to-earth and non-judgemental style that combines listening with practical steps and pattern noticing.
What is her background and experience?
She has 13 years of experience and began in Human Resources, where she worked with mediation, coaching and workplace issues before moving into therapeutic counselling.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.