About Me

Hello, my name is Kathy Brown and welcome to my “about me” page. I hope this gives you a helpful introduction to who I am, my background, and my approach to therapy.

I am sincere and compassionate, with extensive experience of supporting clients with anxiety, childhood issues, relationship challenges, grief, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and a wide range of related issues. 

My calm and patient demeanour, combined with my high sensitivity and personal insight of neurodivergence, enhances how I connect, empathise and support every client. 

I am respectful of individual differences and continuously strive for self-improvement.  I am deeply ethical and always prioritise the best interest of my clients.

My Experience

Over the last 16 years, I have worked with a diverse range of clients across the NHS, Education, Charitable, and Private Sectors.  My background spans:

– Specialist Mental Health & Clinical Services: Private Practice, Psychiatric Healthcare, Alcohol Services, Self Harm Specialist, Voluntary Mental Health Services

– Specialised Crisis & Community Support: Nottingham Rape Crisis, Police Firearms Officers Association PFOA, Carers Federation, Nottingham County Council.

– Educational & Youth Counselling: Place2Be Primary Play Therapy, Secondary Schools, and Billborough College.

– Couples, Healthcare & Corporate:  Marriage Care, EAPS, Nottingham Counselling Service.

Qualifications and Professional Standards

I hold a comprehensive range of qualifications and adhere to strict professional standards.

– BACP Accreditation

– BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Humanistic Integrative, Relational and Developmental)

– Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute (SPTI in Nottingham)

A “leading regional centre, known for its rigorous academic standards, and high level clinical practice expectations”

– MSc in Metaphysical Sciences (USA)

– Personal Therapy

I undertook personal therapy throughout my degree and training.  This is a vital process that fosters deep self-awareness, and a grounded empathic, clear presence to each session.

– Training and Ongoing Clinical Supervision

I have engaged in regular clinical supervision throughout my years of training and continue with ongoing supervision to ensure my highest ethical standard and care for my clients.

Specialised Diplomas and CPD 

– Trauma, The Nervous System, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Therapy, Chronic Fatigue and Burnout
– Neuro-divergent informed, and ADHD Strategies
– CBT, Mind Management, Relaxation, Compassion Focussed Therapy, and Mindfulness
– Insomnia, Sleep Coaching, Anxiety, Science of Better Living, Menopause Awareness
– EFT Emotional Freedom Technique, and Meridian Tapping