Kate Oliver-Smith, NCPS

Kate Oliver-Smith is a psychotherapeutic counsellor with 13 years of experience. She believes people can reach realistic goals when they want to, and that talking through problems in therapy can help make that possible. Kate combines counselling skills with a practical background in human resources to offer down-to-earth support.

Her early work in human resources involved mediation, coaching and one-to-one help with workplace and personal issues. That time showed her she enjoyed helping people and that she had an aptitude for it. She then trained in a range of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic work, cognitive behavioural methods and client-centred practice. The credential NCPS appears on her profile as provided.

In sessions she aims to be warm and approachable. She uses a non-judgemental style and listens for what each person needs. Conversations stay focused on practical change as well as emotional understanding, depending on the issue brought to the room.

Kate works with a broad range of concerns, such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship difficulties. She also addresses areas like grief, self-esteem, parenting pressures and sleep problems, and has additional experience with issues such as attachment, adoption and chronic illness.

Her approach blends counselling, coaching ideas and therapeutic techniques so the work fits the person. This means sessions may include talking through thoughts and everyday habits, checking small steps, and looking at patterns that get in the way of change.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person as they are, helping people feel heard and explore what matters most to them. This approach suits issues like low self-esteem, life choices and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behaviour and uses straightforward strategies to change unhelpful habits; it is often used for anxiety, depression and sleep problems. Existential Therapy encourages reflection on meaning, values and life direction and can help with major life changes and questions about purpose.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss needs, goals and preferences and then recommend ways of working together. That choice is collaborative and may change as the work develops.

The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm which formats are available before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow more flexible appointment times. Others prefer in-person contact; the therapist will help people decide what suits their routine and goals.