I found Kate so sympathetic and easy to connect with. She quickly understands the situation without any need to explain the details and guides to the best solution.
Kate Hough, NCPS
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kate is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Kate. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Kate’s help has meant the world to me at my time of hardship - the empathetic yet realistic way of hearing my issues have guided me to search deep within to get to the root of my issues - with kates help in looking within myself and get to inner peace and confidence i am very glad i chose Kate to be my therapist
More about Kate
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- NCPS
My name is Kate and I am the proud founder of Dot's Counselling & Wellbeing. I understand the process of finding a counsellor and opening up about your feelings can be difficult, but trust me... there's not a lot I haven't heard! So whatever issue you're facing or feelings you have, no matter how big or small, we can work together to discover a way forward that's right for you. I aim to build trusting, empowering relationships with my clients, creating a safe and confidential space for you to truly feel heard.
Together we can explore what you feel ready to share – whether these are current, buried or almost forgotten experiences. I will be at your side every step of the way, helping you on your journey of growth and change.
At the start of this journey, life can feel very scary, lonely and confusing. With my style of working, I aim to help you feel calm, clear and supported, enabling you to become the person you want to be.
I offer sessions over the phone, or on video call.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and am a Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), working within their ethical framework. I hold a current enhanced DBS disclosure and have full insurance to practice.
I am passionate about what I do, and undergo continuous professional development, training and learning to better my practice and deliver the best service I possibly can to every client I see. I want you to feel you're getting the most out of every hour we have together, and tailor all sessions to your needs and goals.
**PLEASE NOTE the timings currently showing in my diary are inaccurate, please message me to arrange your first session.**
Specialties
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Career difficulties
Coaching
ADHD
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- NCPS · United Kingdom · NCS24-03732 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Kate Hough
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I found Kate so sympathetic and easy to connect with. She quickly understands the situation without any need to explain the details and guides to the best solution.
Kate’s help has meant the world to me at my time of hardship - the empathetic yet realistic way of hearing my issues have guided me to search deep within to get to the root of my issues - with kates help in looking within myself and get to inner peace and confidence i am very glad i chose Kate to be my therapist
Kate has an incredible ability to make you comfortable and hear you out. What she also does very good is to discuss with you about concrete action plans to move forward. I strongly recommend her to everyone.
I have found Kate to be very useful, her analysis is insightful and her lines of questioning are pertinent. She is friendly, empathetic, and understanding.
Good. Non - judgemental . Pleased with the service. Took time to try and understand.
Amazing
Kate is really great at asking the hard questions. For instance “what aren’t you telling me” Kate sparks thoughts and gets me to question myself, she listens, sympathises and truly loves what she does because her work reflects it, her personality reflects it. I’m so happy that the universe brought me to kate.
Kate is a very calming and supportive influence. I came into therapy with no "major" issues but a few gripes I needed help making sense of. I wasn't sure if therapy could help but in the first session she cut right through my waffle and summarised my exact feelings to where it made sense. She put me at ease straight away and 3 weeks in I can definitely see the positive effect in my day to day life. Thank you Kate
Kate is really kind ,helping and responsible psychotherapist . I am very satisfied and feel safe and hopeful after having therapy with Kate. She is very honest with her work. She replies to my texts within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kate Hough offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kate Hough works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Kate Hough speak?
Kate Hough speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kate Hough have?
Kate Hough has 8 years of experience.
Where is Kate Hough licensed to practice?
Kate Hough is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Kate Hough accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Kate Hough does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Kate Hough offer?
Kate Hough offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Kate Hough?
Kate Hough can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Kate Hough?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.