Katherine Coates

• Stress and anxiety
• Addictions support
• LGBT related issues

About Katherine

Katherine Coates works with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT issues and survivors of trauma and abuse, using evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a person-centred style. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has six years' experience as a counsellor in the UK.

Katherine has also worked in the substance use field for 20 years alongside her counselling practice. That background means she is familiar with the practical challenges of coping with addiction and with the pressures people face at work and in relationships.

In session she focuses on clear, practical conversation and on setting small, manageable goals. She talks through feelings such as panic, shame, guilt and isolation and works on ways to reduce unhelpful reactions such as impulsivity. She also supports exploration of sexuality and women’s issues in an open way.

Her work with trauma includes helping people understand post-traumatic reactions and build steadier day-to-day routines. For anxiety she uses techniques aimed at reducing panic symptoms and lowering ongoing worry. For workplace stress she helps identify stresses and practical steps to manage them.

Katherine asks clients to describe what matters most to them and then agrees a plan that fits those priorities. She works in English and accepts international clients. If you are ready to start she asks you to complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

How evidence-based approaches are used in online counselling

Many of Katherine's methods come from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach teaches people ways to manage panic and anxiety through step-by-step breathing and grounding exercises and by changing unhelpful thinking patterns. This can help reduce the intensity of panic attacks and lower daily worry levels.

Another useful technique focuses on working through trauma reactions in small, manageable steps. This involves gradually helping someone make sense of a distressing event, recognise its effects on behaviour, and build routines that reduce reactivity. For addictions-related concerns Katherine draws on her long experience in the substance use field to address triggers and develop coping strategies.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Katherine will discuss different options with each person and together they will decide what fits the individual's needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and plans can be adjusted as therapy progresses.

Practical benefits of working online include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to schedule short check-ins around work breaks or to use phone calls when bandwidth is limited. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available formats before booking to make sure they suit your schedule.

Topics Katherine lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Addictions
• LGBT
• Trauma and abuse
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Guilt and shame
• Impulsivity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Post-traumatic stress
• Self-love
• Sexuality
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues

Questions about Katherine

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. She helps people with stress, panic disorder and ongoing anxiety using practical techniques to reduce symptoms.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a person-centred style to focus on practical goals and clear conversation.

How much experience does she have?

Katherine has six years' experience as a counsellor and twenty years' experience working in the substance use field.

Where is she based?

She is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she see clients outside the UK?

Yes. She accepts international clients; confirm time zones and scheduling when you book.

How are sessions arranged and what formats are available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.