Business Details
Your Trusted Counselling Partner in Rushden
Northants Counselling is dedicated to providing person-centred therapeutic support to individuals seeking positive life changes. With over 15 years of experience in education and private sectors, our practice combines academic expertise in psychology with practical counselling skills. We specialise in addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma through tailored therapy sessions. Our approach prioritises creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. Services are available in-person at our Rushden studio or via secure video/telephone consultations.We work with diverse clients including individuals, couples, families, and organisations, maintaining strict ethical standards through the British Association of Counselling Practitioners. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures clients receive contemporary, evidence-based support. We offer flexible session structures and pricing options to accommodate different needs. With clients from Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, and London, we combine local accessibility with broader reach through remote sessions. Our founder's background in psychology research and corporate training enhances our holistic understanding of client needs.
Services
Person-Centred Counselling
Telephone Counselling
Video Call Therapy
Anger Management
Self-Esteem Building
Communication Skills
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years' experience supporting clients through education and private sectors
- Our person-centred approach creates safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environments
- We provide flexible in-person and remote counselling options
- We work with diverse clients including individuals, couples, and international organisations
- Our ongoing professional development ensures contemporary, evidence-based practice
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Counselling Practitioners
- Counselling Directory
- CRB Disclosure
What people say
Overcome anxiety
Professional and warm
Positive change
Effective tools
Highly recommend
Services
Person-Centred Counselling
Our person-centred approach creates a safe space for clients to explore personal challenges. This evidence-based method empowers individuals to develop self-awareness and find their own solutions. With 15+ years of experience applying this framework in education and private sectors, we help clients overcome anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties through tailored sessions.
Telephone Counselling
Accessible therapy sessions conducted via secure phone calls. Ideal for clients preferring home-based support or facing mobility challenges. Maintains the same professional standards as in-person sessions while offering greater flexibility. Particularly valuable for clients in Bedford, Milton Keynes, and London areas.
Video Call Therapy
Confidential video consultations using encrypted platforms. Preserves therapeutic connection while enabling face-to-face interaction from any location. Especially beneficial for clients balancing work commitments or requiring continuity during periods like the recent pandemic. Sessions maintain the same duration and pricing as in-person appointments.
Anger Management
Specialised sessions addressing anger-related challenges through cognitive-behavioural techniques. Helps clients understand triggers and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Combines person-centred principles with practical tools for managing intense emotions in both personal and professional contexts.
Communication Skills
Tailored training to improve personal and professional relationships. Focuses on active listening, conflict resolution, and assertiveness techniques. Draws on corporate training experience to address workplace communication challenges while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness for personal growth.
People
Katrina Wilson Smith
Counsellor
Experienced person-centred counsellor with 15+ years in education and private sectors. Holds Advanced Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Former Senior Training Manager with international airline experience. Specialises in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Questions
What is person-centred counselling?
Person-centred counselling creates a supportive environment where you lead the session. The therapist provides unconditional positive regard, helping you explore challenges and find your own solutions through empathetic listening.
How can counselling help with anxiety?
Counselling helps identify anxiety triggers and develop coping strategies. Our approach combines person-centred techniques with practical tools to manage symptoms and improve emotional wellbeing through regular, structured sessions.
Are online sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure video and telephone counselling sessions. These maintain the same professional standards and pricing as in-person appointments while providing greater flexibility for clients in various locations.
What areas do you serve?
We work with clients from Rushden, Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough, Bedford, Milton Keynes, and London. Both in-person sessions at our Rushden studio and remote options are available.
What are your session fees?
Standard individual sessions cost £50, with concessions at £45 for students and over-65s. Saturday appointments are £55. All sessions last 55 minutes with flexible weekday and Saturday morning availability.
What qualifications do you hold?
We hold an Advanced Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, with ongoing professional development. Our background includes psychology research at Dundee University and corporate training with an international airline.
Reviews (5)
Jenny D'Cruze
Nov 24, 2020
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A very warm and friendly lady who very cleverly steers you down a road where you make your own decisions with more clarity. I think everyone should have a Katrina in their lives.
Matt Childs
Nov 06, 2020
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Katrina was a great help when I needed some help with work related stress. She was a great help and I would highly recommend her professional and confidential approach
Elle Low
Sep 21, 2020
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Katrina is an amazing Counselor/Therapist. She really listens to you and what you have to say and actually remembers what you tell her. She always gives constructive feedback. Katrina is intelligent, diligent, professional, organized, and punctual. She will always make time for those who invest time in her. I would highly recommend seeing Katrina if you are struggling or just need someone to talk to.
Selometric Art
Jul 05, 2020
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Katrina always makes you feel comfortable in the safe space she provides. Very, very easy to talk to and open up to and a brilliant listener and therapist. I would recommend her to absolutely anyone. It was my pleasure to meet her. 10/10
C.
Jun 30, 2020
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Before I met Katrina, my experiences with therapy had been damaging. After what occurred, I stopped seeing anyone, and it wasnt until 18 months later that I had my first session with Katrina. In the very first one, even though we were meeting for the first time; she made me feel safe, and I could already tell she cared. She listened attentively and not once did it feel like an intense patient and client scenario; it was like a discussion between friends. Katrina has played a vital role in my recovery, and I am lucky because I can also call her a friend.
