Catherine Adams, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Catherine Adams

London W2
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Catherine Adams, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Catherine Adams

London W2
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My Approach

If you are feeling lost, stuck or confused, are experiencing relational difficulties, self-doubt, problems with self-esteem or acting in destructive ways and hurting yourself or those close to you, I will help you unpack your thoughts, feelings and memories to bring clarity to your situation and explore what possibilities might be open to you.

It can feel strange and daunting starting therapy but it's also the gateway to change, growth, and importantly, the support that makes you feel less alone. Together we can talk through your life today, past experiences, key relationships and early attachments with caregivers which are critical to how we perceive our sense of self and relate to others. We will become curious together about what you learnt growing up, your world-view, your assumptions and even your bodily responses to situations that you face today, to help identify reoccurring patterns and disempowering beliefs that might be causing pain or limiting you.

Finding the right therapist is a personal and important choice and you should feel comfortable and safe with the therapist you see. The qualities of caring and respect are the foundations for the way I work. Whatever you are facing, I will work with you to create a healing relationship to help you face your difficulties in a supportive and confidential space where you can say the ‘unsayable’ and bear the ‘unbearable’ without feeling judged.

I draw on many modalities, including humanistic theories, attachment theory, neuroscience, and trauma informed models. I work relationally which means I carry the belief that individuals grow, heal and change through relationship and that the quality of the relationship between you and me is what will ultimately enable real change to take place. I believe that my humanity and insight are as important as the psychological theory underpinning it all.

About Me

I hold a PGDip and MSc in Humanistic Psychotherapy and trained for five years at the Metanoia Institute, a major centre for psychotherapy training in London.
I am a UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) accredited and registered practitioner, which means that I abide by the UKCP ethical guidelines and professional standards for practice and my work is regularly supervised.

As well as running my own psychotherapy practice, I have worked as a counsellor at the West London Centre for Counselling in Hammersmith and Metanoia Counselling and Psychotherapy Service in Ealing and volunteered at the South London and Maudsley Hospital on a psychiatric ward for women.

I am also a trained yoga teacher with a dedicated 30-year personal practice and teacher of 15 years. I believe in the integration of mind and body and the importance of raising awareness of both when working psychotherapeutically. Yoga has helped me navigate and manage challenging times in my own life and I use some tools, such as breath awareness, grounding and relaxation techniques to help my clients.

I offer face-to-face long-term psychotherapy to support deep inner change and short-term counselling to help you cope with specific issues, meeting in-person or online. I offer some concessions. Please contact me directly to discuss your circumstances.

I work with

  • Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Humanistic Psychotherapist

What I can help with

  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • Age-related Issues
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Bullying
  • Chronic Illness
  • Cultural Issues
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Health-related Issues
  • Mental Health Issues
  • Obsessions
  • Post-Traumatic Stress
  • Relationships
  • Separation
  • Stress
  • Suicide
  • Trauma

Types of sessions

  • Face to Face - Long Term
  • Face to Face - Short Term
  • Online Therapy

London Office

West London Buddhist Centre
Royal Oak House
45a Porchester Rd
London W2 5DP
United Kingdom

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Cost:

£80

Concession:

Some concessions available depending on income. Please contact me directly to discuss

UKCP College

  • Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy College (HIPC)
Catherine Adams

Catherine Adams

London W2

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