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- Hypnotherapy
- Self esteem work
- Grief and loss
About Catherine
Catherine Smith is an NCPS counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with 15 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem and depression. Her work also covers addictions, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems and coping with life changes.
Catherine works from the view that clients know their own stories and bring strengths to therapy. She listens to what matters to each person and helps them build on those strengths. Sessions are practical and aim to break problems into manageable steps that fit into everyday life.
Hypnotherapy forms part of her approach. She uses it as a tool to address patterns such as anxiety, low confidence and sleep disruption. Where hypnotherapy is used, she explains the process and checks that the method fits the client's preferences and goals.
Over the years Catherine has helped people with body image concerns, communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness and finding life purpose. She works with issues linked to sexuality and LGBT concerns, and with trauma and abuse when people bring those topics into sessions.
Her style is straightforward and focused on practical change. She encourages small steps that can lead to clearer choices and steadier day-to-day coping. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange a first session that suits them.
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How her approaches translate to online sessions
Hypnotherapy is offered as a method Catherine may use to address anxiety, low confidence and sleep issues. It typically involves guided relaxation and suggestions to help change unhelpful patterns and support calmer thinking. The technique is paced to the person's comfort and combined with discussion about goals and day-to-day steps.Her overall way of working is practical and collaborative. She helps clients choose which methods to try and reviews progress together. Finding the right approach is part of the work, so methods may be adjusted over several sessions to match needs and preferences.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, as the biography does not list specific online formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around daily life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a busy day, or avoiding the need to be on camera for the whole appointment. Registered or accredited professionals can use online sessions to maintain regular contact and keep momentum between meetings.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem and depression, among other concerns such as addictions and sleep problems.
What therapeutic style does she use?
She uses practical, strength-based sessions and includes hypnotherapy as an approach when appropriate.
How much experience does she have?
Catherine has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with NCPS and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.