Are You Looking for Help With Professional Burnout, Anxiety, or Trauma?
Maybe...
...You're exhausted in a way that sleep doesn't fix
...Your mind won't stop replaying conversations; analysing what you said wrong, what you should have said differently
...You feel on edge before meetings, even though logically you know you're good at your job
...You feel like a fraud, waiting to be found out, even though you're successful
...Your chest tightens when you see your manager's name on a notification
...You're tired of being so hard on yourself
...Something from your past (redundancy, toxic boss, public failure, relationship breakdown) is still affecting you now
...You look successful on the outside, but inside you're running on empty
If you want to...
✓ Finally understand why you're so exhausted
✓ Stop replaying every conversation for hours
✓ Feel confident without the constant self-doubt
✓ Process what happened so it stops controlling you
✓ Build sustainable success, not burnout cycles
...I can help you through trauma-informed therapy and EMDR
How We Work Together
I use a 3-step approach with a direct, honest, no-fluff style:
Step 1: Understand
We assess what's happening.
Is this accumulated burnout, a specific trigger, or both?
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You'll leave the first session with practical tools to use immediately.
Step 2: Choose the right approach
Psychotherapy for ongoing patterns.
EMDR for specific incidents that won't let go.
Coaching for forward momentum.
We use what fits your situation.
Step 3: Create Lasting
Change
Every session combines emotional depth with practical strategies.
You'll know what we're working on and why.
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No endless therapy with no direction.
What to Expect Working With Me
Getting straight to the point!
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Every session has a clear plan.
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You'll know what we're working on and why.
Direct but warm...
I'm honest about what I notice, but I'm not here to wound you.
Clients tell me they value that I don't waste time.
Practical & emotional ...
You get tools to use immediately alongside deeper emotional understanding.
This isn't just insight.
It's insight plus action.
I recommend what fits...
EMDR for specific incidents.
Therapy for ongoing patterns.
Coaching for momentum.
You're not locked into one approach.
Online only.
Accessible across UK.
Sessions fit your schedule.
No commute.
Research shows online therapy is as effective as in-person.
How I Can Help
Therapy for
Burnout & Overwhlem
Therapy for
Imposter Syndrome & Anxiety
For feeling like a fraud, constant self-doubt, workplace anxiety.
EMDR for incidents that
Won't Let Go
Investment
All Sessions: £80 per 60 minutes
Psychotherapy for ongoing patterns.
EMDR for specific incidents.
Coaching for practical strategies.
One price for flexible, expert support - accessible to professionals at all levels, not just senior leadership.
I'm registered with major UK insurance providers including WPA, AXA Health, Vitality and Aviva. If you have private medical insurance that covers therapy, your sessions may be fully or partially reimbursed.
All sessions online via secure video.
Based in West Yorkshire, supporting professionals across the UK.
Q. Do I need to know what to talk about before starting therapy?
Not at all. Many of my clients arrive saying "I don't even know where to start."
That's something we can explore together.
Q: What if I've tried therapy before and it didn't help?
Sometimes the approach wasn't right. Sometimes the therapist didn't understand the specific pressure of professional life. Sometimes talking helped you understand but didn't stop the reaction.
That's where EMDR for specific incidents, or more structured therapy with practical tools, can make a difference.
Q: Is it normal to feel like I should be coping on my own?
Absolutely. Most of my clients are high-achievers who've spent years managing pressure well.
Asking for support feels like failure.
But here's what I know after 25 years in corporate: the ability to recognise when you need support is a strength, not a weakness.
Q: What if my problems seem too small compared to other people's?
If it's affecting your life, if you're avoiding situations, losing sleep, feeling anxious in ways that limit you, it's worth addressing.
You don't need to meet some threshold of "serious enough."
Q: How long will it take before I start feeling different?
This varies. Some clients notice small shifts within 4-6 sessions: sleeping slightly better, feeling less on edge, having more capacity for small frustrations. Deeper pattern work typically takes 12-20 sessions. EMDR for specific incidents: 6-8 sessions. I'll be honest with you about realistic timelines based on what you're working on.
Ready to Start?
I offer a free 20-minute consultation so we can talk about what you're experiencing and explore how I can support you.
There's no pressure, no commitment - just an honest conversation about whether we're the right fit.
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Book your free consultation by using my booking calendar below or email me at cathy@cathywaterhouse.co.uk
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About This Site
This website is written by Cathy Waterhouse, a BACP-accredited psychotherapist and coach based in West Yorkshire, working online across the UK. I specialize in therapy for high-achieving professionals experiencing burnout, imposter syndrome, workplace anxiety, and perfectionism—professionals who appear capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed inside. With 25 years of corporate leadership experience at companies like American Express and FedEx, I understand the specific pressure of professional life from the inside. I offer psychotherapy for ongoing patterns, EMDR for specific incidents that won't let go, and coaching for practical strategies.