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Kathy Allatt

BACP

Kathy Allatt, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Kathy is a BACP therapist in the UK.

  • 4+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
  • Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy
● Accepting new clients
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About Kathy

Kathy Allatt is a caring and compassionate therapeutic counsellor who offers steady, nonjudgemental support to people facing a wide range of life challenges. She recognises the courage it takes to seek help and focuses on creating a welcoming, person-centred space where difficult feelings and experiences can be explored. Her work helps people deepen self-understanding, process intense emotions, and build stronger foundations for their goals.

With significant experience as a neonatal intensive care nurse, Kathy understands the emotional rollercoaster families face when caring for sick or preterm babies. She supports parents navigating the transition from hospital to home and has guided many through grief and trauma after the loss of a baby. That clinical background, combined with her time working in the NHS throughout the pandemic, informs her understanding of how physical illness and workplace pressures can affect mental wellbeing, including the particular strains on healthcare workers.

Kathy practises using a person-centred model and is a qualified therapeutic counsellor. She brings empathy, warmth, and active listening to the therapeutic relationship, aiming to help people feel heard and supported as they work towards coping strategies and lasting change. She welcomes referrals from individuals and families seeking assistance with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief, addiction, parenting, workplace issues, and other life transitions.

Areas of expertise

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesAddictionsLGBTRelationship issues
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Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches Kathy uses for online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and emotions without getting overwhelmed by them, and focuses on choosing actions that align with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life changes. Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the process, offering empathy and attentive listening so individuals can explore their feelings and develop self-understanding; this approach supports issues like grief, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasises practical steps and short-term goals to build momentum and identify what is already working in someone’s life, which can be helpful for focused problems such as coping strategies, communication issues, and specific behavioural changes.

Kathy approaches therapy as a collaborative process. She will work together with the client to identify which methods feel most helpful, tailoring sessions to individual needs, goals, and preferences so the therapeutic approach evolves as progress is made.

Online sessions can be delivered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. This flexibility makes it easier to access therapy from various locations, to balance appointments with work or family commitments, and to choose the mode of communication that best supports ongoing engagement with the therapeutic work.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Kathy Allatt have?

Kathy Allatt has four years of experience working as a therapeutic counsellor alongside clinical roles in healthcare.

Is Kathy Allatt a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, indicating membership of a recognised professional body.

In which languages does Kathy Allatt provide therapy?

Kathy provides therapy in English.

Where is Kathy Allatt located?

Kathy is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Kathy Allatt as my therapist?

You can work with Kathy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kathy Allatt work with international clients?

Yes, Kathy works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathy Allatt cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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