Kitty Newman

I currently have availability online, on Tuesdays or Wednesday. Please do reach out for a chat about your preferred times. 

Hi, I’m Kitty.

I am an integrative therapist and coach, which means I have trained in a range of therapeutic approaches that enable me to adapt my practice to the needs of my client.

Through life, we can all experience difficulties that can lead us to feel stuck, overwhelmed or lost. I can work with you to help you face these challenging life circumstances, enabling you to feel stronger, better able to cope, whilst moving towards the future you want.

You might find yourself grappling with a past experience that’s been hard to process, or perhaps you’re at a crossroads, uncertain about your next steps. You could be seeking deeper self-awareness and trying to understand patterns in your behaviour that aren’t always clear. Whatever you wish to explore or share, having a regular space to do so can be incredibly beneficial and healing.

I provide a confidential, non-judgmental and supportive space to explore these difficulties and find a route through. I will work actively with you, rather than just sitting back and listening. Ultimately, my aim is to help you develop your own inner therapist.

A little about me: I began working in mental health 8 years ago, mainly in the third sector, initially volunteering on a helpline, facilitating support groups for those affected by Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), counselling young people (16+), and heading up the BDD Foundation. Alongside, I began a Foundation in Psychodynamic Counselling (Distinction) before moving on to study at a Masters level in Integrative Counselling and Coaching (a Diploma & MSc – Distinction). Prior to this I had another career, working in the designer wholesale fashion industry, which came with successes and challenges. The challenges led me to the deep understanding of the power of therapy and my desire to help others.

Please visit my website www.acompassionateview.com for full details on the services I provide.

As an integrative therapist, I combine different theories and models to suit you. The foundation is always person-centred, this means the client’s needs are always at the heart of my practice. I also utilise Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, Psychodynamic Theory and Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) principles. If suitable, I can bring coaching into our work, to map a route to your desired future.

My training in both Psychotherapy and Coaching enables a focus on deep psychological change, with the ability to also work in a practical and solution-focused way with my clients.

Please get in touch to explore how we might work together: kitty@acompassionateview.com

Starting therapy can feel scary and I aim to provide a compassionate and safe environment that enables you to go at your own pace. It is a courageous act of self-care to invest in yourself and your future.

Whether you're dealing with a longstanding issue or navigating a challenging period, having a place to discuss this on a regular basis can be very supportive.

Initially I will suggest an initial free telephone or video call (approx. 20mins) which will give an opportunity for you to share what brings you to counselling, and for me to share a little about how I work. It is a chance for us to begin to get to know each other and assess whether it feels like a good ‘fit’ and to agree on how we might work together.

If you want to move forward, we will find a suitable time/day for weekly online 50-minute sessions.