I'm Kathy, a qualified and experienced Counsellor offering a safe, nurturing and non-judgemental space to help you explore the things that are weighing you down.

I offer short-term, long-term and open-ended counselling, face-to-face and online in Twickenham. Taking the first step in counselling can be daunting and can bring up different feelings. If you are thinking about counselling, then it may be because you are finding things in your life overwhelming. It might be something specific or recent, or it could the past that continues to affect you in the present. 

As a counsellor, I draw on a range of approaches to help you explore current challenges, increase self-awareness, and better understand patterns or barriers that may be holding you back. Together, we work towards meaningful insight and the possibility of change, finding the approach that best supports you.

I create a safe, supportive space built on trust and honesty, where you feel comfortable to explore difficult thoughts and emotions. Whether you're facing anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I offer a confidential space where you can feel heard and supported. A free 20 minute initial consultation is available if you have questions or would like to discuss any aspects of counselling. 

World Suicide Prevention Day – 10 September

This month marks World Suicide Prevention Day, a powerful global observance dedicated to raising awareness, breaking the stigma surrounding suicidal thoughts, and encouraging open conversations about mental health and suicide. It’s a reminder of just how important it is to reach out, connect, and support both ourselves and others.

If you’re struggling, please know you’re not alone. A feeling of not wanting to be “here” is real—whether it’s the wish to stop the pain inside or thoughts of ending your life. Sitting with those feelings can feel unbearable, whether they stem from past trauma, ongoing struggles, or something more recent and raw.

Taking that first step to care for your wellbeing may feel daunting or overwhelming, but it can also be the beginning of change.

Some things that may help:

• Notice your triggers. Becoming aware of when painful feelings begin—for example, “When I see a movie about a happy family, it reminds me of…”—can help you understand what sets these emotions in motion.
• Find healthy distractions. Listening to music, going for a walk or run, praying, phoning a friend, resting, or playing a game can sometimes help shift your focus and create small moments of relief.
• Reach out for support. It can feel hard to ask for help, but speaking to someone you trust—or taking the step to begin counselling—can make the difference between feeling stuck in that dark place and finding a way forward.

And remember—sometimes even the simplest act of connection, like asking someone “Are you okay?”, can mean more than we realise.

Right now, you don’t have to go through this alone.

The Samaritans provide free, confidential, 24-hour support if you’re struggling. You can call them on 116 123 anytime, day or night.

CALM – Campaign Against Living Miserably is a suicide prevention charity fighting to reduce suicide.   https://stayalive.prevent-suicide.org.uk/ and 0808 58 58 58.