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Cate Mackenzie

Consultation fee:

£100.00
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£130.00

Session Types:

OnlineOnline
About me

I am a COSRT Accredited Sex and Relationship Therapist, Love Coach and Artist. I offer therapy, coaching and workshops to individuals and couples of any orientation or gender. My passion is supporting people to fall in love with themselves, with life and with others.

Once upon a time…
Before becoming a therapist, I was a life coach, workshop leader and community artist, teaching dance, drama, art, and coaching all over London, the UK and abroad. I have worked with people from diverse backgrounds, ages, sexualities, genders, orientations, social classes, races, cultures, abilities and ethnicities. I was inspired by people’s courage to show up, be vulnerable and express themselves. I learned that love and connection to other people is what really matters in life. This has led me to running workshops and coaching people on opening their hearts. I guide people back to a sense of loving themselves and from this place be able to connect with others.

How I work
I offer an integrative approach to working with people as I believe every individual or couple is unique, with different needs and wants.

I can help you create goals around communication, relationships and desires. I bring an understanding of attachment, sexuality and the body, as well as how to work with rupture and repair in relationship with the self or other. Together we explore how your body, mind and emotions can affect and influence your thoughts and behaviour.

Therapy tends to focus on exploring and healing the past, while coaching supports you to achieve your future goals. Both are vital and I use a blend of the two.

Yes, this journey requires delving into the PAST. It’s a path of letting go, of releasing past pain and daring to be vulnerable again.

But it’s also about the FUTURE. Are you ready to create a life that you love? To listen to your inner wisdom and deepest longings? To love yourself in a bigger way?

You may be afraid to take the next step, but if you can get the right support to move forward in the right way and time for you – an extraordinary and love-filled life awaits!

When you understand what beliefs, memories or parts of yourself are affecting you and what they need from you, it becomes possible to heal and integrate them. You can open up to new possibilities.

The key to happiness in life and relationships, is to find the willingness to build a connection to yourself, your wants and your needs. Once you are more aligned with your authentic desires and have created the support in your life that facilitates them, then you can actualise your goals in a step-by-step process.

My training
I am an accredited Psychosexual Therapist, and I bring an awareness of the body, sensuality and sexuality, to determine your unique needs and where you need support to make big shifts in your life.

As a qualified in Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT by Dr Sue Johnson), I look at how each person’s attachment style affects the way they relate to themselves and others. With this understanding we create a sense of belonging that gives you the confidence to move forward and create the relationship and life that you long for.

Having trained in Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) Levels 1 through 3, I am equipped with specialised techniques to help individuals navigate and resolve deep-seated traumatic memories that may be influencing their current mental health and relational dynamics.

I’m trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy by Dr Richard Schwartz, and Intimacy From the Inside Out by Toni Herbine-Blank. These modalities acknowledge and work with the many inner parts that make up you. When you connect with what you (and your parts!) need, then you can feel more secure and steady in connection with yourself and others.

My Encounter-Centred Couples’ Transformation Therapy (Bridging) training by (Hedy Schleifer based on the transformational work of Harville Hendrix) helps couples build a safe container to feel attached to each other, and to be able to communicate from the heart.

Having studied Sensorimotor Therapy Level 1 trauma themes aligns attachment theory, embodiment, resourcing yourself and creating safety to overcome trauma or traumatic responses.

My therapeutic approach is influenced by Terry Real and Relational Life Therapy which is guided by tracking and data collecting, healing trauma and giving tools for creating good relationships.

The Clean Language I use helps people find their own inner resources, metaphors or embodiment to feel more empowered.

Diversity and inclusion
I am committed to treating all people equally and with respect, whatever their gender expression/identity/reassignment, sexuality, relationship, age, religious/secular, racial or cultural background, age, ability/disability, wealth or status.

Accepting New Clients
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Day Availability
Monday12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesday12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Cate Mackenzie

Consultation fee:

£100.00
-
£130.00

Session Types:

OnlineOnline
About me

I am a COSRT Accredited Sex and Relationship Therapist, Love Coach and Artist. I offer therapy, coaching and workshops to individuals and couples of any orientation or gender. My passion is supporting people to fall in love with themselves, with life and with others.

Once upon a time…
Before becoming a therapist, I was a life coach, workshop leader and community artist, teaching dance, drama, art, and coaching all over London, the UK and abroad. I have worked with people from diverse backgrounds, ages, sexualities, genders, orientations, social classes, races, cultures, abilities and ethnicities. I was inspired by people’s courage to show up, be vulnerable and express themselves. I learned that love and connection to other people is what really matters in life. This has led me to running workshops and coaching people on opening their hearts. I guide people back to a sense of loving themselves and from this place be able to connect with others.

How I work
I offer an integrative approach to working with people as I believe every individual or couple is unique, with different needs and wants.

I can help you create goals around communication, relationships and desires. I bring an understanding of attachment, sexuality and the body, as well as how to work with rupture and repair in relationship with the self or other. Together we explore how your body, mind and emotions can affect and influence your thoughts and behaviour.

Therapy tends to focus on exploring and healing the past, while coaching supports you to achieve your future goals. Both are vital and I use a blend of the two.

Yes, this journey requires delving into the PAST. It’s a path of letting go, of releasing past pain and daring to be vulnerable again.

But it’s also about the FUTURE. Are you ready to create a life that you love? To listen to your inner wisdom and deepest longings? To love yourself in a bigger way?

You may be afraid to take the next step, but if you can get the right support to move forward in the right way and time for you – an extraordinary and love-filled life awaits!

When you understand what beliefs, memories or parts of yourself are affecting you and what they need from you, it becomes possible to heal and integrate them. You can open up to new possibilities.

The key to happiness in life and relationships, is to find the willingness to build a connection to yourself, your wants and your needs. Once you are more aligned with your authentic desires and have created the support in your life that facilitates them, then you can actualise your goals in a step-by-step process.

My training
I am an accredited Psychosexual Therapist, and I bring an awareness of the body, sensuality and sexuality, to determine your unique needs and where you need support to make big shifts in your life.

As a qualified in Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT by Dr Sue Johnson), I look at how each person’s attachment style affects the way they relate to themselves and others. With this understanding we create a sense of belonging that gives you the confidence to move forward and create the relationship and life that you long for.

Having trained in Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) Levels 1 through 3, I am equipped with specialised techniques to help individuals navigate and resolve deep-seated traumatic memories that may be influencing their current mental health and relational dynamics.

I’m trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy by Dr Richard Schwartz, and Intimacy From the Inside Out by Toni Herbine-Blank. These modalities acknowledge and work with the many inner parts that make up you. When you connect with what you (and your parts!) need, then you can feel more secure and steady in connection with yourself and others.

My Encounter-Centred Couples’ Transformation Therapy (Bridging) training by (Hedy Schleifer based on the transformational work of Harville Hendrix) helps couples build a safe container to feel attached to each other, and to be able to communicate from the heart.

Having studied Sensorimotor Therapy Level 1 trauma themes aligns attachment theory, embodiment, resourcing yourself and creating safety to overcome trauma or traumatic responses.

My therapeutic approach is influenced by Terry Real and Relational Life Therapy which is guided by tracking and data collecting, healing trauma and giving tools for creating good relationships.

The Clean Language I use helps people find their own inner resources, metaphors or embodiment to feel more empowered.

Diversity and inclusion
I am committed to treating all people equally and with respect, whatever their gender expression/identity/reassignment, sexuality, relationship, age, religious/secular, racial or cultural background, age, ability/disability, wealth or status.

Awards & Recognitions
Training, qualifications & experience

Deep Brain Reorienting Level 1 – 3 Deep Brain Reorienting interweaves with Alexander Technique Relational Life Therapy Level 1 (Terry Real) Embodied Clean Training (Clean Language Training) Internal Family Systems Level 1-3 Intimacy From the Inside Out (IFS Level 2) Sensorimotor Therapy Level 1 Trauma Themes Advanced Diploma in Couple Counselling Externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Core Skills Training Certificate in Transformative Couples Therapy Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Psychosexual Therapy Understanding Autism Level 2 Diploma in Hypnotherapy NCFE Diploma in Performance Coaching Life Coaching Certificate and Edexcel Level 3 BTEC Person-centred Counselling Certificate

Summary of Experience

Do you feel you would benefit from having someone to talk to confidentially about your life or relationship? Would you like to build your confidence, open new possibilities, and feel supported as you take your next steps? I am a warm and approachable Psychosexual Therapist and Couples Counsellor. I specialise in helping people develop a healthier relationship with themselves and with others, whether that means opening up to the possibility of a partner or helping couples reconnect and deepen their bond. I offer a supportive, confidential, client centred and non judgemental space where safety and trust are built first. From there, I guide you through a step by step process towards the changes you want in your life. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly and work with people from many different backgrounds. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Deep Brain Reorienting. Issues I can support with: Learning how to build a relationship with yourself and others Developing communication skills Exploring and developing your sexuality Becoming more authentic Creating a purposeful life Sexual dysfunction Porn addiction Communication difficulties Anorgasmia Dyspareunia Vaginismus Rapid ejaculation Sexual shame Low or lack of sexual desire I have worked with groups since 1993, individuals since 2005, and couples since 2012. At the heart of the work is the relationship we build together in the room. As confidence and understanding grow, this naturally deepens your connections outside of therapy. We explore negative belief patterns and emotional blocks that may be holding you back, working with the mind, body, emotions and brain to create meaningful and lasting change. Couple Work I am trained in a couples counselling method called Bridging, developed by Hedy Schleiffer from the work of Harville Hendrix. This approach helps couples clear unresolved issues from the past and create a more intimate way of connecting that improves communication, sensuality and sexual connection. I also integrate IFIO (Internal Family Systems for Intimate Relationships), which helps couples understand the different parts that show up in conflict cycles. I use Relational Life Therapy from Terry Real to identify imbalances and recurring patterns, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to support healing around attachment and emotional connection. I also draw from the work of The Couples Institute to help partners feel heard, understood and clear in their communication. Together, the focus is on building deeper connection, understanding and lasting change in your relationship.

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