Dr Kat Rumball
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About me
I am a Clinical Psychologist (DClinPsy, BSc Hons) and HCPC registered practitioner with over 15 years of clinical and academic experience.
Alongside my private practice, I work as a Guest Lecturer on the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Royal Holloway University of London and as a tutor with the Association of Psychological Therapies.
I work privately with adults, children and young people.
I offer therapy sessions and Autism and combined Autism and ADHD assessments.
Myself and my team currently have availability for autism and ADHD assessments in St Margaret’s and Clapham.
Autism and ADHD Assessments
I provide autism assessments and combined autism and ADHD assessments for both children and adults. I also offer initial neurodiversity consultations to explore individual needs and to think through the next steps.
All assessments are conducted as part of an experienced and compassionate team, following best-practice guidelines, including NICE recommendations and the UK Adult ADHD Network (UKAAN) Quality Assurance Standards.
Our approach is neuroaffirming, ensuring that each assessment is thorough and centered on understanding an individual’s unique strengths and challenges. We work collaboratively with clients to develop tailored, practical recommendations that truly support their needs and well-being.
We understand that, when navigating the path of an assessment for yourself or for your child, there can be a lot to consider. We are committed to providing clear information about what we do, helping you feel informed and supported throughout the process. If you’d like to learn more about how our assessments work, please get in touch.
Therapeutic Values and Practice
My first priority is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic space where clients feel heard and understood. I provide a compassionate and empathic outlook, approaching difficulties with kindness and curiosity. I support clients to work with what they have been struggling with while also developing an understanding of their strengths. From building a shared understanding of the above, I work with clients to develop a tailored therapeutic plan. This typically utilises a combination of skills and overall therapeutic concepts, for example self-compassion, stress/anxiety management, building positive self-identity and maintaining healthy relationships.
As an experienced Clinical Psychologist, I adapt my approach to each individual’s goals and values, drawing on evidence-based therapeutic models such as Compassion-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
I have found great value in noticing personal narratives—the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and how we relate to the world. Together, we can work on reshaping these narratives in ways that foster confidence, self-acceptance, and overall well-being. By integrating self-compassion into my practice, I aim to foster the development of long-lasting principles and skills that will provide my clients with long-term benefits.
Testimonials
Therapy:
"Working with Kat had a hugely positive impact on my life in many ways. I learned valuable tools and thought processes that helped me navigate some difficult circumstances, and these are skills that I still use today.” PA, 34, London
Autism Assessments:
“Kat’s interview style was special. There is something about going to do an assessment, initially being apprehensive, but then forgetting about it because the interviewer brings you into her world, puts you at ease. You feel safe.” Business Consultant, 38, London
Why the name Sonoro?
The name for my practice comes from the Italian musical term meaning to play or sing with depth and to be rich in quality and meaning. This feels right as a therapist, and I also love how it echoes my love of music and previous life as a musician.
As you might imagine, I’ve therefore work a lot with musicians and those who work in creative industries.
Training, qualifications & experience
- DClinPsy Doctorate in Clinical Psychology – Royal Holloway University of London – 2012-2015
- BSc (Hons) in Music and Psychology (First Class) – University of Leeds – 2006-2009
- Advanced specialist training includes: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for depression and anxiety based conditions, Family Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness, use of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), and the Autism Diagnostic Interview - Revised (ADI-R), ADHD assessment, inclusion and anti-racism in clinical practice, clinical leadership and clinical supervision.
Experience
Founder and Clinical Psychologist - Sonoro Therapies, Nov 2022 to present
Guest Lecturer - (Royal Holloway University of London) lecturing on the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Oct 2022 to present
Lead of Psychology and Psychotherapy / Principal Clinical Psychologist - (NHS) Richmond Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, Apr 2022 to Mar 2023
Clinical Psychologist - (Private) The Oak Tree Practice, providing therapy for adult clients and autism assessments for children and adults, Jan 2020 to present
Tutor - (Association of Psychological Therapies) teaching on courses such as CBT, DBT, CFT, clinical supervision and trauma, Jan 2021 to present
Lead Psychologist - (NHS) Coborn Centre for Adolescents, Dec 2017 to Mar 2021
Clinical Psychologist - (NHS) - East London Children Young Person Community Eating Disorder Team, Jun 2016 to Nov 2017
Clinical psychologist - (NHS) Brent Children with Disabilities and Looked After Children Teams, Nov 2015 to May 2016
Member organisations
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I also provide autism and ADHD assessments as part of a team.
I offer autism assessments from 6 years upwards and ADHD assessments from 12 years upwards. Currently I only offer ADHD assessments when in combination with an autism assessment.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£140.00 - £150.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Therapy:
- £150 per 50 min therapy session
- Free initial telephone /video consultation
Autism and ADHD assessments.
- £300 initial consultation (50 mins), review of questionnaires and referral information
- £1950 for autism assessment, feedback session and report
- £3145 for combined autism and ADHD assessment, feedback session and report
I offer both face-to-face or online appointments.
I am registered with WPA and Bupa. .
When I work
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Therapy: I offer online sessions Mon 9-2.and in person Tue-Wed 9-1 . Currently fully booked.
Autism and ADHD assessment appointments: offered flexibly Mon-Thu. Currently available.
Further information
For a free 15 minute telephone consultation please get in touch.
I currently have one face-to-face appointment available at 3pm on Wednesdays for a child client. This is based at The Practice Rooms in Twickenham,
