Catherine Wallage

I am available for online video or telephone appointments Monday to Friday between 9 am and 7 pm.

If you would like to read more about me and the way I work, and check availability or book a free 15 minute introduction session by going to my website booking page. https://catherinewallage.uk/

If you prefer, you can always call or email counsellor@catherinewallage.uk me and I will get back to you.

As an integrative attachment-based psychotherapist, my passion is helping people build a truly authentic sense of self. In my private practice, I tend to work with people navigating the deep, often quiet echoes of the past—things like childhood neglect, complex trauma, and deep-seated shame that can disrupt the security of adult relationships and self-esteem. I also hold a space for individuals processing life-altering diagnoses and exploring adult autism and ADHD. In a shared, collaborative space, we look at the hard things together, with absolute warmth and non-judgment.

I spent seven years studying the complexities of human psychology at university while navigating the realities of raising a young neurodiverse family, followed by six years of deep vocational training. I chose this path because I wanted my practice to be backed by rigorous science, but entirely grounded in real, lived human experience.

Attachment-based psychotherapy invites curiosity about how early experiences shape your present world and the relationships within it. Our work goes beyond simple conversation; using neurobiological strategies, we collaborate creatively to help your nervous system find safety and support somatic recovery.

Therapy can be a space to explore negative thoughts or feelings about yourself or others. Are you struggling to enjoy the things that once brought you joy? Feeling unhappy and unable to move forward, wanting to avoid the inevitable conflict. Maybe you find yourself angry and often say the wrong thing, affecting the relationships that matter most? I understand and work with clients who find themselves using unhelpful coping strategies to manage their feelings.

Are you finding yourself feeling more worried or anxious? Maybe there is something you want to talk about, but are scared it might not make sense or wouldn't be understood by family or friends. Spending hours overthinking, looking for answers from others or online. I understand that discussing painful or embarrassing topics can be difficult to start with. I offer a non-judgmental, confidential space to feel listened to and heard by an impartial, empathic professional.

Counselling can be a space to explore negative thoughts or feelings about yourself or others. Are you struggling to enjoy the things that once brought you joy? Feeling unhappy and unable to move forward, wanting to avoid the inevitable conflict. Maybe you find yourself angry and often say the wrong thing, affecting the relationships that matter most? I understand and work with clients who find themselves using unhelpful coping strategies to manage their feelings.

Understanding our past experiences can lead to personal growth and shape our future. I value each client’s unique story and respect them as an individual. 

At the introductory call, I will ring you at the agreed time. Please be somewhere quiet where you can be undisturbed. I will capture some brief details from you and find out what has brought you to seek counselling and how you would like to work towards feeling better.

For example, some clients like sessions to be a quiet space for them to talk and feel listened to. Others may prefer a more interactive or creative way of exploring thoughts and feelings, for example, the option of using emotion or relationship cards, drawing or craft, book /worksheets/podcasts or psychoeducational recommendations.

I will explain how I work, the boundaries and limitations of the counselling/psychotherapy. Assess any areas of risk or work that would be outside my scope of expertise, and do my best to help signpost you to a more appropriate professional.

At our first session, we will continue to work together at your pace to understand what life is currently like through your eyes and agree on what you want to explore first in the timeframe we have for working together. We may use certain assessment tools to look at how you have been feeling and monitor any current risk factors.

I am available for online video or telephone 50-minute appointments Monday to Friday between 9 am and 7 pm.

If you would like to read more about me and the way I work, and check availability or book a free 15 minute introduction session by going to my website booking page. https://catherinewallage.uk/

If you prefer you can always call or email counsellor@catherinewallage.uk me and I will get back to you.

As an integrative attachment-based psychotherapist, my passion is helping people build a truly authentic sense of self. In my private practice, I tend to work with people navigating the deep, often quiet echoes of the past—things like childhood neglect, complex trauma, and deep-seated shame that can disrupt the security of adult relationships and self-esteem. I also hold a space for individuals processing life-altering diagnoses and exploring adult autism and ADHD. In a shared, collaborative space, we look at the hard things together, with absolute warmth and non-judgment.

I spent seven years studying the complexities of human psychology at university while navigating the realities of raising a young neurodiverse family, followed by six years of deep vocational training. I chose this path because I wanted my practice to be backed by rigorous science, but entirely grounded in real, lived human experience.

Attachment-based psychotherapy invites curiosity about how early experiences shape your present world and the relationships within it. Our work goes beyond simple conversation; using neurobiological strategies, we collaborate creatively to help your nervous system find safety and support somatic recovery.

Therapy can be a space to explore negative thoughts or feelings about yourself or others. Are you struggling to enjoy the things that once brought you joy? Feeling unhappy and unable to move forward, wanting to avoid the inevitable conflict. Maybe you find yourself angry and often say the wrong thing, affecting the relationships that matter most? I understand and work with clients who find themselves using unhelpful coping strategies to manage their feelings.

At the introductory call, I will ring you at the agreed time. Please be somewhere quiet where you can be undisturbed. I will capture some brief details from you and find out what has brought you to seek counselling and how you would like to work towards feeling better.

For example, some clients like sessions to be a quiet space for them to talk and feel listened to. Others may prefer a more interactive or creative way of exploring thoughts and feelings, for example, the option of using emotion or relationship cards, drawing or craft, book /worksheets/podcasts or psychoeducational recommendations.

I will explain how I work, the boundaries and limitations of the counselling/psychotherapy. Assess any areas of risk or work that would be outside my scope of expertise, and do my best to help signpost you to a more appropriate professional.

At our first session, we will continue to work together at your pace to understand what life is currently like through your eyes and agree on what you want to explore first in the timeframe we have for working together. We may use certain assessment tools to look at how you have been feeling and monitor any current risk factors.

I offer sessions face-to-face, online and by telephone throughout the day and into the evening. Why not book a free 15-minute introductory call. Click here https://catherinewallage.uk/book

As an integrative attachment-based psychotherapist, my passion is helping people build a truly authentic sense of self. In my private practice, I tend to work with people navigating the deep, often quiet echoes of the past—things like childhood neglect, complex trauma, and deep-seated shame that can disrupt the security of adult relationships and self-esteem. I also hold a space for individuals processing life-altering diagnoses and exploring adult autism and ADHD. In a shared, collaborative space, we look at the hard things together, with absolute warmth and non-judgment.

I spent seven years studying the complexities of human psychology at university while navigating the realities of raising a young neurodiverse family, followed by six years of deep vocational training. I chose this path because I wanted my practice to be backed by rigorous science, but entirely grounded in real, lived human experience.

Attachment-based psychotherapy invites curiosity about how early experiences shape your present world and the relationships within it. Our work goes beyond simple conversation; using neurobiological strategies, we collaborate creatively to help your nervous system find safety and support somatic recovery.

Therapy can be a space to explore negative thoughts or feelings about yourself or others. Are you struggling to enjoy the things that once brought you joy? Feeling unhappy and unable to move forward, wanting to avoid the inevitable conflict. Maybe you find yourself angry and often say the wrong thing, affecting the relationships that matter most?  I understand and work with clients who find themselves using unhelpful coping strategies to manage their feelings.

I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapy their Ethical Framework and commitment to clients shape my practice.

The British Psychological Society Approved Certificate in Private Practice Dr Andrew Reeves 2026

Working With suicidal Clients presented by Professor Andrew Reeves 2026

Level 5 CPCAB Diploma Integrating Attachment-based Psychotherapy into Clinical Practice.

Janina Fisher’s Certified, Complex Trauma Certification Training Level 1 (CCTP) Working with the Neurobiological Legacy of Trauma & Level 2 (CCTPII) Treatment of Complex Trauma and Dissociative Disorders 2023

Level 4 CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.

Level 3 CPCAB in Counselling Theory.

level 2 CPCAB Counselling Skills.

Level 6 BSc Open Degree studying the exploration and application of Psychology. (Child Development, Attachment Styles, Social Psychology.)

Working Online and Telephone Counselling Certificate (BACP and ACTO competence framework accredited) 2021

Volunteer Counsellor includes working with young people's mental health in SBC OnTrak and with Adult Clients at Cotswold Counselling.

At the introductory call, I will ring you at the agreed time. Please be somewhere quiet where you can be undisturbed. I will capture some brief details from you and find out what has brought you to seek counselling and how you would like to work towards feeling better. 

For example, some clients like sessions to be a quiet space for them to talk and feel listened to. Others may prefer a more interactive or creative way of exploring thoughts and feelings, for example, the option of using emotion or relationship cards, drawing or craft, book /worksheets/podcasts or psychoeducational recommendations.

I will explain how I work, the boundaries and limitations of the counselling/psychotherapy. Assess any areas of risk or work that would be outside my scope of expertise, and do my best to help signpost you to a more appropriate professional. 

At our first session, we will continue to work together at your pace to understand what life is currently like through your eyes and agree on what you want to explore first in the timeframe we have for working together. We may use certain assessment tools to look at how you have been feeling and monitor any current risk factors.