Kate Hough, NCPS
Compassionate counsellor supporting personal growth
- Relationship and family support
- Anxiety and trauma focus
- Phone and video sessions
About Kate Hough
Kate Hough is the founder of Dot's Counselling & Wellbeing and brings a compassionate, client-focused approach to therapy. She recognises that finding a counsellor and opening up can feel daunting, and aims to create trusting, empowering relationships where people feel truly heard. Kate works collaboratively to explore current concerns as well as buried or long-standing experiences, guiding clients step by step toward meaningful change and personal growth.
Her style emphasizes calm, clarity and support, helping individuals become the people they want to be while tailoring each session to their needs and goals. Kate holds a degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP - which means she works within that professional ethical framework. She also holds NCPS, a recognised counselling credential, and maintains an enhanced DBS disclosure along with professional insurance to practise.
Committed to ongoing professional development, Kate continually updates her training to provide the best possible care. She offers sessions by phone and video call and encourages prospective clients to get in touch to discuss arranging an initial appointment.
Her style emphasizes calm, clarity and support, helping individuals become the people they want to be while tailoring each session to their needs and goals. Kate holds a degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP - which means she works within that professional ethical framework. She also holds NCPS, a recognised counselling credential, and maintains an enhanced DBS disclosure along with professional insurance to practise.
Committed to ongoing professional development, Kate continually updates her training to provide the best possible care. She offers sessions by phone and video call and encourages prospective clients to get in touch to discuss arranging an initial appointment.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kate Hough have?
Kate has 8 years of professional experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
Is Kate Hough a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kate holds NCPS as a professional counselling credential. No additional licence details are provided.
In which languages does Kate Hough provide therapy?
Kate provides therapy in English.
Where is Kate Hough located?
Kate is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Kate Hough as my therapist?
You can work with Kate through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kate Hough work with international clients?
No. Kate does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kate Hough cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a warm, non-judgemental relationship where the client leads the pace of change. It helps people who need a supportive environment to explore feelings, build self-understanding and strengthen confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and offers practical strategies to address patterns that contribute to anxiety, low mood and unhelpful coping. Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT - combines skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness, making it suitable for people who struggle with intense emotions or relationship difficulties.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and will be a collaborative decision. Kate works with clients to identify goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods as progress is made and needs change.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, allowing clients to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. These formats make scheduling easier, reduce travel time and provide continuity of care when in-person sessions are not possible, while still supporting ongoing reflection, skills practice and emotional support.