- Warm and non-judgemental
- Practical steps
- Person-centred
About Katie
Katie Shaw is a counsellor with 22 years' experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She works in a practical, down-to-earth way and aims to make the first steps into counselling feel less daunting. Her manner is warm and non-judgemental, and she focuses on each person’s individual concerns.
Katie trained and qualified in 2003 and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She uses a mix of counselling models chosen to fit the person and the issue. Sessions centre on the client’s goals and priorities rather than a pre-packed programme.
In her practice Katie combines person-centred listening with cognitive and solution-focused ideas. That means she listens closely, helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, and works on small practical steps that can make daily life easier. She also brings experience from working in schools with students and staff.
Katie frequently helps people tackle worries about ageing, attachment and body image, and she supports those dealing with cancer, fertility challenges and caregiver strain. She also addresses issues such as communication problems, addiction, divorce, guilt, loneliness and a sense of emptiness.
Sessions are tailored to what each person needs. Katie aims to build confidence and self-esteem while helping people make choices that feel more manageable. If someone wants a straightforward, empathetic counsellor who uses clear tools alongside listening, Katie offers that mix.
How therapeutic approaches work in online counselling
Many of Katie’s working methods come from person-centred, cognitive and solution-focused ideas. Person-centred work is about listening carefully and helping someone feel understood so they can explore what matters most. Cognitive approaches look at thought patterns and how changing thoughts can change feelings and behaviour. Solution-focused techniques help set small, practical goals and steps to move forward quickly.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Katie will work collaboratively to decide what suits the person’s needs and goals, and she will adapt methods as progress is made. That means approaches can change over time to fit what’s helping and what isn’t.
Session formats are not detailed in the original biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people attend from different locations or time zones when international arrangements are required. Registered or accredited professionals use online work to offer flexible, consistent support without promising specific outcomes.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Katie commonly help with?
Katie supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem and depression. She also works with a wide range of related problems such as addiction, communication difficulties and loneliness.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is integrative and client-led, combining person-centred listening with cognitive and solution-focused ideas. Sessions aim to balance being heard with practical steps to change day-to-day routines.
How much experience does she have?
Katie has worked in counselling since 2003, giving her around 22 years of experience across different settings including schools.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted; please check specific scheduling and practical arrangements before booking.
How are costs and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.