Cobham
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Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Dr Joanna Cates

Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.

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Available both in-person and online
Anyards Road Cobham KT11
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I am a Clinical Psychologist offering private individual therapy to adults. I qualified in 2005 and over the years have worked in a wide range of settings and with a variety of difficulties. In recent years I have developed an interest in working with people who may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression as a result of what might be called a crisis of meaning, or an 'existential crisis'. For some people these symptoms might be understood as being a form of philosophical or existential Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I am also interested in working with people who have a fear of becoming ill or dying.
I use concepts from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in my work, alongside Compassion Focused Therapy and existential ideas. I enjoy working with people to help them develop a different relationship with difficult thoughts and feelings, whilst also supporting them in building a meaningful and fulfilling life.
I work in an active, but also flexible, way and am keen to help a person make the most of the precious time that they have and to work within what may be a limited budget. So please do get in touch to see if I may be able to support you. This could be with individual sessions, group sessions or any of a wide range of resources that may be useful to you.
Dr Joanna Cates now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Anyards Road

Cobham KT11 map
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person in Cobham, Surrey, as well as online. I'm available Wednesdays and Fridays in the day and most evenings.
£110 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Hello, I'm Jo and look forward to hearing from you to see how we may be able to work together.
Dr Joanna Cates
Connect with Dr Joanna Cates
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Anyards Road

Cobham KT11 map
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person in Cobham, Surrey, as well as online. I'm available Wednesdays and Fridays in the day and most evenings.
£110 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Hello, I'm Jo and look forward to hearing from you to see how we may be able to work together.
Dr Joanna Cates

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £110

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Paypal

Insurance

  • Aviva
  • AXA PPP
  • Bupa
  • Vitality
  • WPA
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Payment is made via bank transfer prior to each session. I'm keen to find ways to work that keeps therapy affordable so please let me know if you have any questions.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Payment is made via bank transfer prior to each session. I'm keen to find ways to work that keeps therapy affordable so please let me know if you have any questions.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Health & Care Professions Council Joanna Cates

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • BSc Psychology - Durham University; Doctorate of Clinical Psychology - University College London, Doctorate of Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2005

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Health & Care Professions Council Clinical Psychologist
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Since I started working in mental health services in 2001, I've worked in inpatient psychiatric settings, in a residential pain management unit, in community mental health services and in an occupational health service. I currently work part time in an NHS physical health psychology service.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Since I started working in mental health services in 2001, I've worked in inpatient psychiatric settings, in a residential pain management unit, in community mental health services and in an occupational health service. I currently work part time in an NHS physical health psychology service.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Death and existential anxiety (Thanatophobia)
  • Existential / Philosophical OCD
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I have an interest in working with people who experience death anxiety and a preoccupation with existential questions and issues. Sessions may begin weekly but often go to bi-weekly and even monthly, depending what is most helpful. My aim is to support a person to have a different relationship with these thoughts and feelings, thereby reducing their impact and enabling them to live a full life.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I have an interest in working with people who experience death anxiety and a preoccupation with existential questions and issues. Sessions may begin weekly but often go to bi-weekly and even monthly, depending what is most helpful. My aim is to support a person to have a different relationship with these thoughts and feelings, thereby reducing their impact and enabling them to live a full life.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Endorsement

Sarah Marzillier
Sarah Marzillier
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Jo is a thoughtful, kind and dedicated psychologist. She meets each client with deep care and reflection. She provides a warm, non-judgmental space for people to explore their issues and concerns, and she always gives her all to each person.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Existential
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I draw on a wide range of ideas and models in my psychological work and will tailor my approach to the person I am working with. With death and existential anxiety, I find Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is an extremely useful model and would say this is my main approach, but with an existential twist. I also use models developed specifically to work with OCD such as inference-CBT.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I draw on a wide range of ideas and models in my psychological work and will tailor my approach to the person I am working with. With death and existential anxiety, I find Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is an extremely useful model and would say this is my main approach, but with an existential twist. I also use models developed specifically to work with OCD such as inference-CBT.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Anyards Road

Cobham KT11

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I offer therapy sessions in-person in Cobham, Surrey, as well as online. I'm available Wednesdays and Fridays in the day and most evenings.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person in Cobham, Surrey, as well as online. I'm available Wednesdays and Fridays in the day and most evenings.
Photo of Dr Joanna Cates, Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Joanna Cates
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.