About Catherine

As a psychotherapist and counsellor my aim is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others, and to help you identify and work towards things that you want to change.  I offer a safe and confidential space in which together we can explore the issues you are struggling with. Using an integrative approach, I draw on a variety of therapeutic models and techniques that are appropriate and relevant to each client. I work with my clients collaboratively and sensitively on issues that have been triggered by recent events or issues that are long-standing.

For the last seven years I have worked with clients in primary care, bereavement support services and private practice, providing long-term and short-term therapy to adults.  Prior to my current therapeutic work I spent several years completing my PhD research on discursive constructions of self and sexualities.

I trained and qualified as a psychotherapist and psychotherapeutic counsellor at The Northern Guild in Newcastle, UK.  I'm a registered member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), and the UKCP Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy College (HIPC).

As a practitioner within the field of psychotherapy and counselling, I adhere to six key elements of professional practice, listed below:

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• Work within the UKCP code of ethics and good practice

• Receive regular in-depth clinical supervision for my work with clients

• Engage in ongoing training and professional development activities

• Maintain my memberships and registrations with professional bodies

• Have professional liability insurance

• Maintain my registration as a data controller with the Information Commissioner's Office

If you would like to arrange an initial appointment or if you have any questions please get in touch:

Call: 07444 341572

Email: dr.c.a.nixon@gmail.com

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