Psychotherapist & Coach for Professionals Under Pressure
I understand what it feels like to look successful on the outside while struggling internally - because I've been there.
For over 25 years, I worked in high-pressure corporate environments, including senior sales and team management roles at global companies like American Express and FedEx. I know what it's like to carry targets, manage expectations, and keep pushing forward even when you're running on empty.
I also know what it's like when that pressure catches up with you.
Why I Retrained as a Therapist
Years of perfectionism and people-pleasing had taken their toll. I was burnt out, emotionally drained, and completely disconnected from my own needs. I had spent decades proving my worth through work, without ever stopping to ask if I truly believed in my own worth outside of what I achieved.
I ignored the exhaustion. I ignored the self-doubt. I ignored the growing feeling that something wasn't right, until I couldn't ignore it anymore.
I was close to a breakdown.
It wasn't until I faced my own complex trauma from childhood and relationships that I truly began to heal. That experience completely changed how I understood myself, my patterns, and what it takes to genuinely recover from chronic stress and emotional burnout.
How I Work Now
Today, I work with professionals, executives, and leaders who are navigating similar experiences - stress, burnout, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, or simply needing space to think and feel clearly again without the pressure to perform.
What makes my approach different is that I'm both a qualified psychotherapist and a certified coach.
This isn't common, but it's incredibly powerful.
It means we can work at depth - exploring emotional patterns, trauma, and the roots of your stress - while also building practical strategies and tools you can use immediately.
My clients often say they appreciate that I'm direct, organised, and always have a clear plan for each session.
I combine psychoeducation (helping you understand what's happening in your brain, nervous system, and patterns) with practical shifts you can apply straight away.
This empowers you with both insight and action - not just talk, but real change.
My Style
I'm warm, direct, and energising - but never pushy.
I bring clarity and structure to our sessions because I know your time is valuable, and you need support that actually moves you forward.
At the same time, I'm thoughtful. I don't rush you.
We work at your pace, and I create a space where you don't have to perform or have all the answers.
Many clients tell me they feel both energised and deeply heard after our sessions - which is exactly the balance I aim for.
Based in West Yorkshire, Working Online Across the UK
I'm based in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, and work exclusively online.
This makes my support accessible to professionals across the entire UK - whether you're in London, the South East, Scotland, or anywhere else.
For many professionals in the South, accessing high-quality therapy at affordable rates can be difficult.
Working online with me means you get expert support without the London price tag, and sessions fit seamlessly around your schedule with no commute.
Professional Training & Therapy Qualifications
I'm an Accredited Member of the BACP (British Association of
Counselling and Psychotherapy) and hold qualifications in:
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CPCAB Levels 2, 3 & 4 in Therapeutic Counselling
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Level 7 Diploma in Life Coaching
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Levels 1, 2 & 3 in Trauma Informed Counselling
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Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
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Level 2 in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Level 2 in Solution Focused Therapy
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ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Certification Course
I also hold professional coaching qualifications and am committed to ongoing professional development, ensuring I bring the latest evidence-based approaches to my work.
But more than the qualifications, I bring lived experience, corporate understanding, and a genuine commitment to helping professionals reclaim their wellbeing.
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Ready to Talk?
If you're feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or simply need space to think and feel without pressure, I'd be honoured to support you.
Book a free 20-minute consultation, and let's explore how we can work together.
About This Site
This website is written by Cathy Waterhouse, a UK-based psychotherapist and coach specialising in stress, burnout, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and anxiety in professionals and leaders. With 25 years of corporate experience and dual qualifications in psychotherapy and coaching, Cathy offers online therapy across the UK, combining emotional depth with practical strategies. Based in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, Cathy provides affordable, accessible online support for professionals who appear fine on the outside but feel overwhelmed behind the scenes.