Katie Roper

I do currently have availability for new clients. My normal working days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. I also have limited availability on a Saturday.

Hi, my name is Katie and I'm a person-centred counsellor. I try to work as flexibly as possible, so I offer in-person sessions from my counselling room in Cheadle (SK8), as well as telephone and online sessions to clients across the UK.

You can see the areas I have experience of working with on my profile. These areas include:

• bereavement and loss (including the loss of jobs, pets, and relationships etc.)
• anxiety and panic attacks
• low mood
• relationship issues
• low self-esteem and confidence
• life transitions

If you're struggling with something specific, or feeling lost, overwhelmed, anxious, or low in your mood, talking to a trained counsellor, like myself, who is neutral and not going to judge you, can often help. I find that talking to someone who truly listens and understands can make a huge difference.

I had counselling myself many years ago to help me through some mental health issues and to help me make sense of a traumatic experience. For me that counselling was life-changing. Having that experience of being a client means I understand how daunting it can feel to talk to someone you've just met about your darkest moments. 

This is why I like to take a gentle approach and put people at ease, so you can feel free to talk openly and honestly. It is my belief that by being open and honest in counselling it allows you to get the most out of the experience. Being honest and bringing your authentic self to sessions can help you to gain more self-awareness, understand yourself (and your relationships) better, and grow as a person.

I am passionate about supporting people because I know how much it can mean to have someone truly listen and understand you when life feels difficult. If you feel as though counselling with me could be helpful, I offer a free 15-minute consultation. We can start with a brief chat and take things from there.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and to start to explore what has brought you to counselling.

We will talk through the counselling agreement and you will have the chance to ask any questions you may have.

*Please note for clients who are looking for face-to-face sessions I tend to work with my elderly dog, Tilly, in the office. However, if you are uncomfortable with Tilly the dog being there please let me know and I can make other arrangements.