Welcome to Thrive Therapy
Nurturing personal growth
Welcome, and thank you for visiting Thrive Therapy. My name is Kate and I am a counsellor providing both short- and long-term therapy to adults, children and young people in Weybridge and Online.
About me
Life can be challenging at times, and it's okay to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or lost. Whether you're struggling with personal issues, facing difficulties in your relationships, or worried about your child's well-being, seeking support is a brave and important step. You don't have to navigate these challenges alone. I'm here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to help you find clarity, build resilience, and develop the tools you need to thrive.
You can also find me listed in Counselling Directory.
I'm Kate, a fully qualified and BACP accredited Integrative Counsellor with experience working with both adults and young people. I understand that there's no "one size fits all" approach to therapy, which is why I draw on a range of therapeutic techniques to tailor my approach to your unique needs. Whether you're an adult seeking support for issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, or a parent/carer looking for help for your child who may be struggling with low self-esteem, friendship issues, or behavioural concerns, I'm here to help.
I offer both short-term and long-term counselling, with the flexibility of in-person sessions at my cosy Weybridge practice or online therapy for your convenience. My goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where you or your child can explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment, and develop effective strategies for personal growth and emotional well-being.
Adults
As an adult, you may find yourself facing a variety of challenges, from managing stress and self-esteem to processing grief or working through relationship issues. Counselling offers a confidential, supportive space to explore these concerns and work towards greater self-awareness and personal growth. Together, we'll identify your strengths, develop effective coping mechanisms, and create positive change in your life.
Children & Young People
10+ years
Growing up can be challenging, and sometimes children and young people need extra support to navigate the ups and downs of life. I offer counselling for those ages 10-18, providing a safe, nurturing space for them to explore their emotions, build self-awareness, and develop healthy coping strategies. Whether your child is struggling with peer relationships, academic pressures, or mental health concerns, I'm here to help.
Working With Me
I believe in the power of choice when it comes to therapy. That's why I offer a variety of ways for us to work together, ensuring that our sessions fit your unique preferences and needs. If you're someone who values face-to-face connection, you might enjoy meeting in person at my practice in Weybridge. For those who prefer a bit more flexibility or live further away, I also offer online therapy sessions via Zoom or Google Meet. This option allows you to engage in counselling from the comfort of your own space, wherever that may be.
If you're someone who feels most at peace in the great outdoors, Walk and Talk therapy might be the perfect fit. There's something incredibly grounding and inspiring about connecting with the environment during therapy.
And last but not least we have Tilly, my therapy dog, who is always ready to join our sessions upon request. Tilly, a 2 years old Black Labrador, has a special way of creating a warm, soothing atmosphere with her presence. I've found that many of my clients, especially children and young people, really enjoy having her around during our sessions. It's like having a supportive, non-judgmental friend by your side.
What issues can counselling help with?
Relationship problems
Panic attacks
Grief and Loss
Abuse
Family Relationships
Addiction
Depression
Imposter Syndrome
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
Stress
Bereavement
Low mood
Sexuality
Anger management
Anxiety
Neurodiversity
Low self-esteem
Challenges at School
Get in touch
Thank you for considering Thrive Therapy. Reaching out and seeking support is a brave step. I'm here to help you navigate this process with compassion and understanding.
To get in touch, please fill out the contact form. I will respond to your inquiry within 24-48 hours.
My practice is conveniently located in Weybridge, making it easily accessible from the surrounding areas. I offer a cosy and safe space for you to explore what's troubling you, with off-street parking available for your convenience.
If you have any questions or concerns about contacting me or my location, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'm here to support you and look forward to hearing from you.
Some frequently asked questions
Many therapists tend to view Counselling as ‘short-term’ work; when someone has a problem that can be looked at and discussed in a clearly-resolvable way. This work often requires undertaking sessions for a certain number of weeks, to explore, discover and clarify a way forward. Therapy is a word used more to describe ‘long-term’ work; discussion that tends towards substantial issues and things that might be life-changing on a deeper level.
Whether counselling or therapy work best as a short- or long-term option depends on the client though, and the difficulties they are facing. In some cases counselling can prove helpful as a continuing, longer-term option, or therapy can help resolve an issue in just a few sessions.
There’s no fixed or ideal length of time for the counselling process; it varies from person to person and will often depend on the depth of the issues they are facing. While I can work on an open-ended basis with clients, I find it is helpful for us to both agree before we start on undertaking a certian nunebr of sessions and reviewing where we are at once we reach that point. You are able to decide how long your therapy willl last, and in return my aim is to make sure therapy continues for only as long as it is of benefit to you.
This depends on what your needs are. Some people find that after only a very few sessions they have some clarity and focus and are ready to end the therapy. Other people value the ongoing support and relationship with me and will continue to come for weeks, months, or even years. There is no 'one-size-fits-all' when it comes to therapy.
When you come for counselling it's important that you feel free to talk about whatever is important to you. Sometimes, you may not be clear what those issues are. Having a friend or family member with you is not usually helpful because they may have their own agenda for you. Even if this is just that they want to be supportive, or want you to 'get better', this agenda can prevent us opening issues up. When you come for therapy, you may need to explore thoughts or behaviours about which you feel ashamed or embarrassed and you may censor yourself so as not to hurt someone, or you may find that what they want you to talk about is not really what you need to discuss.
Sometimes, family/friends can even be part of an underlying issue which needs to be aired and discussed. Usually, people who ask this question are nervous about coming for a session alone, or they are anxious for the person who is thinking about arranging sessions. This anxiety is quite normal, and you will not be forced to talk about anything you feel uncomfortable about - but you do need to be able to talk about whatever is important. For this reason, I do not see clients accompanied by friends or family
Confidentiality is one of the main ways in which therapy differs from many other forms of helping - for example, talking to friends or family can rarely offer the same degree of confidentiality as talking to a counsellor. Because of this confidentiality, you will find that - as you get used to coming for therapy - you are freer to talk about whatever you wish to.
No therapist can offer 100% confidentiality: there are some situations where the law requires disclosure of risk (e.g. certain child protection issues) and in common with most other therapists, there are some situations where I may not be able to keep total confidentiality. In particular, if someone tells me that they are thinking of harming themselves in a way that I believe puts them at serious risk, or if someone tells me that they are doing something that could put others at risk, I may not be able to keep such information confidential. However, breaking confidentiality is rare, and only happens after talking to the person concerned.
I kindly request that you provide at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. This allows me to offer the time slot to another client who may be in need of support. Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice will be charged at the full session rate, except in cases of genuine emergencies.
Please contact me if you have any further questions about sessions, fees, or payment. I'm here to help you navigate the counselling process with ease and clarity.