Katherine Coates, BACP

Katherine Coates is a UK-credentialed therapist with six years of professional experience in clinical practice and two decades of work in the substance use field. She holds BACP registration - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings a blend of therapeutic experience and practical knowledge in supporting people affected by addiction, stress, and anxiety.

Katherine works with clients on a range of concerns including addictions, trauma and abuse, LGBT-related issues, and workplace or relationship stress. She also focuses on areas such as abandonment and attachment difficulties, impulsivity, feelings of guilt and shame, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress, loneliness, self-worth and sexuality, and women’s issues. Her approach emphasizes sensitivity, respect, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person’s individual needs.

Katherine aims to create a supportive space where clients can explore their challenges and build practical coping strategies. She recognizes that starting therapy can take courage and acknowledges the effort involved in taking that first step. Katherine is available to work with clients in the United Kingdom and with international clients who seek evidence-based support for recovery and emotional wellbeing.

Evidence-based approaches for online support and recovery

In her online practice Katherine draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the presenting issue. Trauma-focused work helps people process and integrate distressing experiences and can reduce symptoms linked to abuse or post-traumatic stress by gently exploring memories and building coping strategies. Addiction-focused interventions concentrate on understanding triggers, developing relapse prevention skills, and supporting long-term recovery through structured planning and emotional regulation tools. Skills-based approaches for stress and anxiety teach practical techniques such as grounding, breathing strategies, and behavioural adjustments to reduce panic and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Katherine collaborates with each client to identify which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made so the work feels personalised and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from different locations. Registered professionals like Katherine can use these options to provide consistent, evidence-informed care that adapts to the client’s practical needs.