
Kate
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Durham DH1
Let's Connect 0191 743 6974

I help people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. They may be juggling work, family, relationships, or expectations that leave little space for themselves. Deep down, they know something needs to change. They want to feel more in control, more confident, and more connected to who they really are. They may be used to coping alone, feeling like they “should” have it together by now. What they really need is a safe space to pause, reflect, and find a way through with support, not pressure. They may feel lost in people-pleasing, burnout, or self-doubt. Underneath all that noise is someone longing to be heard.
I offer a calm, non-judgmental space to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface. Through a blend of coaching and counselling, I help people untangle their thoughts, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. I support clients in building self-awareness, improving relationships, setting healthy boundaries.
Some people worry they won’t know what to say or fear awkward silences. I want to reassure you, many of my clients have shared that they quickly feel at ease and surprised by how natural our conversations become. When you're ready, reach out. We’ll take it at your pace. I you’re feeling lost, tired of coping alone, or ready for change, I’m here to help you.
Call or Email Kate Wood now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0191 743 6974
Let's Connect 0191 743 6974

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions £55
- Couple Sessions £70
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, PaypalQualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Kate Wood
- In Practice for 11 years
- BA Counselling , Degree, Graduated 2013
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Coaching
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioural Issues
- Bisexual
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Hypnotherapy
- Integrative
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centred
- Schema Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)