Supporting you through life's challenges.
Life is rarely a straight path.
For many, there will be the unexpected stretch of road - one you didn't see coming and weren't quite prepared for. A health or cancer diagnosis that changes everything in a moment. Menopause shifting the ground beneath you. Burnout quietly hollowing you out. Grief or a sense of loss that others do not fully understand or acknowledge.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, unlike yourself, or simply exhausted from holding it all together - you've found the right place.
I'm Kate, a counsellor based in Sale, South Manchester, specialising in supporting people through life's most significant transitions. I bring to my work both lived experience and a professional background with the NHS and Macmillan Cancer Support. I understand, from the inside out, how much these moments can shake your sense of who you are.
In our sessions together, I offer a calm, non-judgmental space. We'll work at your pace, exploring what you're carrying - not with a fixed formula. I'll simply be alongside you: curious, present and fully in your corner.
Do any of these feel familiar?
- You're exhausted in a way sleep doesn't fix
- You've been strong for so long, you've forgotten what it feels like not to be
- Something feels different in your body, your mind or both & nobody quite prepared you for it
- You're grieving - a person, a role, a relationship, a version of yourself - but the world speeds past
- You're holding everything together on the outside, but on the inside you're running on empty
- A diagnosis has changed everything, and you're trying to make sense of a life that looks different now
- You're holding everyone else together and there is nothing left for you
- You just don't feel like yourself, and you're not sure how to find your way back
If any of these resonate, you're in the right place.
A little about me
Not every counsellor will be the right fit - and that's okay. Here's a little about who I am, so you can get a sense of whether I might be right for you.
I came to this work through my own experience of life - not just through training. I understand, from the inside, what it means to navigate difficulty, to keep going when things are hard, and to finally find the courage to ask for support. That shapes everything about how I show up for the people I work with.
Before setting up my own practice, I worked within the NHS and Macmillan Cancer Support, where I developed a deep understanding of how illness, loss and life change can shake a person to their core and how that experience is not always understood.
I work primarily face to face from dedicated therapy rooms in Sale, (within easy reach of Altrincham, Stretford, Trafford and Manchester) - because I believe so much happens in the room that simply can't be replicated on a screen. Presence, connection, and trust are at the heart of how I work. Online sessions are also available for those who need flexibility.
If you're wondering whether I'm the right counsellor for you, I offer a free 15-minute consultation - no pressure, just a gentle first step.
If you'd like to know more about my background and training, click on the 'Find out more' button below.
What to expect in our sessions
A safe, non -judgemental space
A place where you can speak freely, without fear of criticism. A space to simply be your whole self.
Tailored, integrative therapy
I adapt my approach to suit your unique needs, combining different techniques.
Collaborative work,
a shared process
You are the expert on your life. I'll work with you to explore, reflect and find solutions.
Confidentiality & respect
I ensure a professional, ethical approach, respecting your privacy and boundaries.
I'd love to hear from you, get in touch below.
Telephone: +447467070634
E-mail: katenicholsoncounselling@gmail.com
Locations: For face to face sessions I am based in Sale within easy reach of Altrincham, Stretford, Cheshire and Manchester.
