Katie Rose , BACP

Katie Rose believes people have the capacity to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives and takes a collaborative, client-focused approach to counselling. She listens carefully to a person’s thoughts and feelings to understand the full story before gently exploring patterns and the issues that matter most. Using a mix of therapeutic methods, she adapts her work to find what helps each individual progress and build resilience.

In sessions she offers time and space to examine negative thoughts, consider different perspectives, and decide what feels right for the person in front of her. Her style aims to be warm, welcoming and non-judgemental, providing a steady presence while clients work through difficult emotions and life transitions. At Chigwell Therapy Centre clients can expect a compassionate environment where exploration and healing are approached with respect and care.

Katie has experience supporting people with depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, bereavement, relationship difficulties and challenges with self-confidence. She also has extended training and experience related to drugs, alcohol and cross-cultural issues. She is accredited by the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which recognises training and professional standards in counselling and psychotherapy.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking action toward a meaningful life. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, low mood and navigating major life changes.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a warm, empathetic space where the person’s own experience guides the work. The therapist listens without judgment and supports self-exploration, which can help with self-esteem, relationship issues and coping with loss.

Trauma-Focused Therapy offers structured ways to address the impact of traumatic events, helping reduce symptoms and build coping strategies. It is tailored to each person’s pace and needs and is intended for those working through traumatic experiences and their effects.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Katie works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods fit a person’s needs, goals and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit counselling into a busy life and to access support from home. These options offer flexibility in how and when people engage with therapy, helping maintain continuity of care and making it simpler to attend sessions despite work, family or mobility constraints.