Welcome to Kate Adams Counselling & Psychotherapy
Perhaps you feel a bit stuck and are struggling to cope day-to-day? Perhaps you want to overcome obstacles, find inner peace and clarity and lead a more fulfilling life? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed navigating your world, exhausted from trauma or relationship patterns that keep repeating? Perhaps you’re simply sensing a need for a deeper way to heal?
If this resonates, you may have found that space to begin your journey.
Counselling and psychotherapy are designed to help you gain insights, develop coping strategies and preventative measures to triggers and to embrace and encourage positive change. Take the first step towards a healthier and more balanced life.
About me
Hello, I’m Kate Adams, a qualified integrative counsellor.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and also an accredited registrant with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
I take a holistic approach to therapy, drawing on a range of therapeutic skills and tailoring my work to meet your individual needs. I believe in the connection between mind and body, and in understanding how past and present experiences can influence the way we think, feel, and relate to ourselves and others.Working together, we will gently explore what feels difficult for you, creating space to build awareness and understanding. This process can support meaningful change, helping you to feel more grounded, connected, and able to move forward with a greater sense of autonomy and well-being.
Counselling Sessions
I work with adults and offer both short-term and long-term therapy sessions, either in-person at my Surrey based therapy rooms or online via the secure platform Teams. Sessions last 50 minutes and cost £70
Issues I help with
Across a wide range of areas (but not limited to): Anxiety and Depression, Stress, Sexual Abuse, Disordered Eating, Divorce, through to Bereavement and Grief.
CONTACT ME
Ready to take the first step?
Take the space to be yourself.
Call or WhatsApp 07500 030588 or email me.
You can also fill out the booking form HERE.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
MY LOCATION
I offer in-person therapy from two convenient Surrey locations, both with parking: Lockwood Studios in Guildford (GU1) and The Little Health Barn near Cobham (KT22).
Guildford: Based at Lockwood Studios (GU1). Accessible from Guildford town centre, Burpham, Merrow, Bellfields, Jacobs Well, Worplesdon, Woking, Godalming, Farnham, Ash, Cranleigh, East Horsley, and surrounding Surrey villages, with convenient access from the A3.
Cobham: Based at The Little Health Barn (KT22). Accessible for clients in Cobham, Oxshott, Stoke d’Abernon, Esher, Claygate, Fetcham, Bookham, Leatherhead, Ashtead, Weybridge, Walton-on-Thames and surrounding areas in South West London such as Surbiton, Kingston Upon Thames, Roehampton, Barnes, Chessington, Worcester Park, Tolworth, Hampton Wick, Teddington, Twickenham, Feltham and Sutton.
Short-term or Long-term Therapy
I offer weekly short-term or long-term therapy, depending on your needs and goals. You may choose a short course of therapy to focus on a particular issue. Alternatively, you may need a longer period of support for therapy that requires greater depth.
We will discuss this in our initial FREE 15-minute call. You can choose between in-person or online counselling sessions.
Counselling Sessions
In-person counselling is offered in Guildford or near Cobham. The therapy rooms are peaceful and calm spaces, where you can feel safe to explore whatever is making life difficult for you. Sessions last 50 minutes and cost £70.00
Online counselling offers a highly effective and convenient alternative to in-person counselling, especially if you prefer to have therapy in your own home or another private space due to timing, travel or location issues. It takes place via Teams, which provides a secure method of communication with encrypted software. Make sure the Wi-Fi connection is good and that you are in a quiet, undisturbed space. Sessions last 50 minutes and cost £70.00
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the difference between a counsellor and a psychotherapist?
While often used interchangeably, counsellors typically work on specific, short-to-medium-term issues, while psychotherapists often explore deeper, long-standing, or complex psychological issues.
Do you offer a FREE introduction consultation?
Yes, I offer a FREE 15-minute informal consultation to learn about your issues or difficulties and talk to you about how I work.
What happens in the first session?
The first session is usually a chance to meet, discuss your goals, understand my approach, and check if you feel comfortable working together. It will involve discussing in more detail your history and the difficulties you are facing. We will agree on the length of your contract. You can start with a short-term six-session contract, then we can review the agreement into a long-term or open-ended contract
Is therapy confidential?
Yes. What you share is confidential. The exceptions would be if you or someone else was at risk of harm or if the law required it.
How many sessions do I need?
I normally advise an initial six sessions, the same time and day each week, to build up momentum and trust between us. Depending on your needs, we can regularly review to see how you are progressing.
How do I choose a therapist?
It is important to find someone qualified, insured, and registered with a professional body like BACP or NCPS. The relationship you build with your therapist is one of the most crucial elements for success. Your therapist should feel like a ‘good fit’ for you.
What if I don't ‘click’ with my therapist?
If you do not feel comfortable or safe, you are allowed to stop or change therapists. It is normal to feel nervous initially, but if a rapport does not develop, you can seek another counsellor.
Can I stop therapy whenever I want?
Yes, therapy is voluntary. However, it is often recommended to have a final session to discuss your progress and properly end the relationship.
Do I need a GP referral?
No, for private therapy, you can self-refer.
Do you offer therapy online?
Yes, I offer individual counselling sessions online via the secure platform Teams. You will be sent a link each week prior to your appointment for you to gain access to the online therapy space.
Do you offer therapy in person?
Yes, you can visit me in person at my Surrey based private practices in Guildford or Cobham.
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