- 18 years experience
- Speaks English and German
- BACP counsellor
About Katja
Katja Brodt de Sousa is a counsellor and psychotherapist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties including infidelity and separation. She works in English and German and brings 18 years of clinical experience to conversations about self-esteem, coping with life changes and challenges such as addiction and grief.
She focuses on helping people notice the thoughts and behaviours that get in the way of closer connections - both to others and to themselves. Sessions aim to reduce self-doubt, shame and patterns that undermine wellbeing. Practical conversation and gentle challenge are mixed with time to reflect and name what matters to each person.
Her approach draws on attachment-based ideas, cognitive behavioural techniques and client-centred practice to suit individual needs. That means looking at how early relationships shape current patterns, spotting unhelpful thinking, and keeping the person central in the work.
Over nearly two decades in practice she has supported people with issues such as anger, sleeping problems, ADHD, compassion fatigue and career strain. She also works with concerns around body image, codependency, commitment and control issues.
Katja is a BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom. She uses straightforward steps to help people set goals, try different strategies and decide what feels most helpful for them.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Attachment-based work looks at how early connections affect current relationships and emotional responses; it helps when people want to understand patterns of closeness, avoidance or trust. Client-centred therapy prioritises the person's own goals and experience, offering a non-judgemental space to talk and be heard. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviours to reduce anxiety, manage mood and change habits.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and ways of working and then test which methods feel most useful. This is a collaborative process and can change as needs evolve.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, since session options are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also makes it possible to work across borders, as she accepts international clients, but specific arrangements should be agreed when you schedule.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and related concerns such as grief, addiction and sleep problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Sessions mix client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques and attention to attachment patterns to help people change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
How long has she practised?
She has 18 years of experience working in private practice with people facing a wide range of emotional and relational issues.
What professional accreditation does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients so people based outside the UK can enquire about working together.
How are costs and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.