Kate Ahl
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About me
Therapy is an opportunity to get 'unstuck', to reflect on our relationship to ourselves, to the world, and to others, in an atmosphere that is safe, warm and encouraging.
Often my clients are high functioning, intelligent and articulate, but may be at a crossroads in their emotional lives. They may feel overwhelmed or disconnected, and may find it difficult to change relational patterns, make important decisions, or even identify what they want in life. In therapy we explore what is going on at a cognitive, physical, emotional and relational level, identify sources of strength and creativity, and allow space for different aspects of the self to be more fully known.
I am an integrative psychotherapist, drawing on existential, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches. A guiding principle of my work is that everyone is different. We process thoughts and feelings differently, we all have different skillsets, desires and aversions. Therapists are all different, too, and the right fit is important. Get in touch if you'd like to discuss how we might work together.
*Please note - I am currently working online, and term-time only*
Training, qualifications & experience
- BA Hons, Modern & Medieval Languages (University of Cambridge)
- Pg Dip, Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy (Regent's University)
- MA (Dist), Integrative Psychotherapy (The Minster Centre/Middlesex University)
I have worked as an integrative therapist with MIND, at university counselling services in London and Cambridge, in an NHS hospital, and in private practice settings in Central London and the City.
I undertake regular continuing professional development to enrich my practice. Areas I have trained in include:
- Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy at Tavistock Relationships
- Certificate in CBT at the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre
- Autism and Neurodiversity in Psychotherapy (various conferences)
- Somatic Trauma Therapy with Babette Rothschild
- BWRT (Brain Working Recursive Therapy) Level 1
- Mindfulness and Neurodivergence
- ADHD, Autism & Trauma
- Childhood Emotional Neglect
Member organisations
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UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Fees
£100.00 per session
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