Together on the outside,
but struggling on the inside?
Beneath the Canopy - therapy for women.
A space for you to feel seen, understood, and supported.
Welcome to Beneath the Canopy Therapy, a space for women who carry everything. You may be calm and capable on the surface, yet paddling furiously beneath the water just to stay afloat. Perhaps you've always coped well and carried responsibility for others, but now anxiety, overwhelm, or self-doubt are bubbling up beneath the surface.
You may feel burnt out, stuck, or insecure — too much, or not enough. Perhaps you’re juggling endless responsibilities, navigating work or family pressures, or carrying something that feels heavy and hard to name. If you’re high-functioning, you may also feel deeply, while finding your emotions overwhelming.
You might even wonder if something is wrong with you. Or maybe you simply long to feel more secure in who you are and how you want to live.
I work with women who are exhausted from holding it all together, have a sense that their struggles are rooted in childhood and know they need deeper support.
About me
Hello, I’m Kim — an integrative therapist passionate about supporting women who carry everything - the ones who hold it all together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed inside. I know how relentless the
pressure can feel, how easily masking becomes second nature, and how heavy it is to keep going when no one really sees you (while also feeling anxious when
someone does see you).
My story
For a long time, I was the together one who kept my
struggles hidden. In my 30s, I went through a traumatic year marked by loss and change, which led to burnout and breakdown, and therapy helped me come back to who I was underneath all the things I'd built over the years, and helped me find my authentic self again.
Through that process, I discovered I am both highly sensitive and high-functioning, and that many of my struggles were rooted in a difficult childhood where I learned that hyper-independence meant survival. I've done the deep, uncomfortable work of understanding how those patterns shaped me, and I've learned that vulnerability - the thing I spent decades avoiding - is actually our greatest strength.
I share this because finding the right therapist matters deeply. You may be looking for someone who brings not only professional training, but the lived experience of sitting in that chair first, of doing the hard work themselves, of truly understanding what it takes to grow. Someone who gets it - and who genuinely wants to help you find your way through.
My experience
Over the last 5 years my work has been shaped by supporting women through periods of emotional vulnerability and transition, including those navigating mental health challenges around pregnancy and early parenthood, as well as clients seeking longer-term, depth-oriented support within a charitable setting. This has given me experience of working with a wide range of difficulties, at different paces, always with care and respect for each person’s individual story.
Alongside my therapy work, I bring many years of experience from a demanding corporate environment. I understand first-hand the pressures of high-functioning spaces, the expectation to keep performing, and how easy it is to lose touch with yourself while appearing capable on the outside. This blend of professional, personal, and therapeutic experience allows me to meet you with warmth, steadiness, and an understanding of both emotional depth and everyday reality.
Outside of therapy I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family and our dog, usually in the forest beneath a canopy of beautiful trees.
I know it can feel like a big step to get in touch, I offer a 20 minute chat to see if working with me feels right for you.
"I understand now that I'm not a mess, but a deeply feeling person in a messy world. I explain that now, when someone asks me why I cry so often, I say, 'for the same reason I laugh so often - because I'm paying attention".
Glennon Doyle.
Areas I Work With
Childhood trauma & family dynamics
Exploring your early experiences, how they shaped you and how they may still be affecting you now. If you've had a tricky upbringing or complicated family dynamics, you may have learnt that being the together one or the unseen one felt safe, but how it's now keeping you isolated.
Feeling Burnt Out, Overwhelmed, or Like You’re Masking
When life feels relentless - carrying the constant and ever-growing mental load - therapy offers space to pause. Together, we explore what's driving you to hold so much and resist support, and work toward changes that help you feel freer to meet your own needs and find your identity.
Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Self-Criticism, and Shame
Beneath anxious thoughts, and your inner critic, there is often deep shame and fear — of failing, being rejected, or it can be a sign you’re not living in line with your values. Together, we uncover what’s underneath, helping you respond to yourself with curiosity and compassion so that you no longer feel gripped by anxiety.
People-Pleasing, Perfectionism, and Boundaries
We explore the roots of saying yes when you want to say no, the drive to overachieve, and the search for validation. By understanding where these patterns began, we can create space for self-worth, autonomy, and boundaries that honour you.
Perinatal Mental Health & Matrescence
Supporting you through the emotional challenges of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low mood, birth trauma, or adjusting to the profound changes that come with having a baby, I provide a compassionate space to process your experiences.
Navigating Change
Change can bring up so much and be a huge trigger. Whether it's a life transition, perimenopause, brain fog or challenges at work, we explore what change has brought up for you, who you are and who you're becoming, helping you reconnect with your authentic self.
How I Work
My approach to therapy
I believe you are the expert in your own experience, and I'll walk alongside you as we explore what's happening beneath the surface together. My approach is guided by warmth, compassion, curiosity, and deep attunement - I'll meet you where you are and help you find your own answers, not by telling you what to do, but by noticing patterns, exploring the roots of your struggles, and understanding what's shaping your life right now.
We'll work relationally, which means paying attention not just to what you're saying, but to what's happening between us, what your body might be telling you, and the feelings and responses that arise. We might use creativity, metaphor, or nervous-system awareness to help you understand yourself more deeply and attune to your own needs. Sometimes words aren't enough, and that's okay.
It's important that you feel like you can trust and rely on me, so we'll build that relationship together - openly and honestly. My clients say I'm warm and compassionate, and while we'll go deep, it doesn't mean it's always serious. Depth often involves laughter - let's be honest, sometimes that's what helps us talk about the hard stuff.
Life can feel messy and tangled. I offer you the safety to explore your inner world in new ways, so we can untangle your experiences and create meaningful shifts over time.
Qualifications & Experience
I’m a fully qualified and experienced trauma-informed Integrative Therapist, and a member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (Accredited Registrant MNCPS). I also have additional training in perinatal mental health. My experience includes working with women in the perinatal period and as a volunteer counsellor for a charitable organisation, supporting a diverse mix of clients with a broad range of trauma and lived experiences.
I ground my practice in a person-centred approach while drawing from a range of therapeutic models, including psychodynamic & attachment, humanistic, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This flexible approach allows me to respond to your individual needs - there's no 'one size fits all'. I continue to develop my skills through ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.
I’ve spent over 15 years working in high-pressure corporate environments and in the third sector, which gives me insight into the pressures women face and the challenges of carrying it all.
Memberships & Professional Standards
As an NCPS-accredited counsellor, I follow a strict code of ethics, ensuring client welfare, confidentiality, and professional integrity. For more information, visit the website.
My location
I work from a lovely room in Central Leamington Spa, and see clients from Warwick, Coventry, and the surrounding Warwickshire areas. Full location details will be shared when we arrange our counselling sessions.
In addition to face-to-face therapy, I also offer online sessions via Zoom, making support accessible to clients across Warwickshire and beyond. Contact me to find out more about how online therapy works.
Sessions & Fees
I offer a free 20-minute introductory call to connect, hear a little about what’s going on for you, and see if working together feels like the right fit.
Sessions are 60 minutes and are available in person in Leamington Spa (CV32) or online via Zoom. The fee is £65 per session.
I have a 48-hour cancellation policy, and payment is made by bank transfer in advance of the session.
As a working parent and all-round life juggler, I understand that things happen — if you need to reschedule or explore alternative arrangements, I always ask that you contact me as soon as possible so we can find a solution.
Get in touch
Booking a Session
To arrange a session, please fill out the contact form or email me.
Whether you have questions or are ready to book, reaching out is simple, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.
I aim to respond within 24–48 hours.
Confidentiality
All sessions are confidential, except where disclosure is required by law.
FAQs
Every person is unique, and it really depends on what you’re looking for. The best way to find out is to speak with a few therapists, share what’s brought you to consider therapy, and notice how it feels to talk with them. Pay attention to whether the person, the connection, and their approach feel right for you — that sense of fit is often the best guide. I offer a free 20-minute introductory call to see if working together feels a right fit - feel free to reach out for a chat.
A mix of conversation, reflection, and sometimes creative or body-based exercises. Sessions move at your pace, focused on what matters most to you.
It varies - some shifts happen quickly, others take longer. Especially when exploring early wounds, trauma, or deep patterns, we move at a pace that feels right for you. You’re in charge of your journey.
We focus on uncovering what’s beneath the surface – the patterns, fears, and inner conflicts driving your struggles — rather than just coping strategies.
Only if and when you’re ready. We explore childhood and past experiences gently, focusing on what matters to your present life.
I bring both professional training and lived experience. I understand what it’s like to appear together while carrying inner struggles and patterns that quietly shape your life.
What approaches do you use?
Integrative and flexible: person-centred, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, inner child work, and creativity-based methods — always tailored to your needs.
Will I have to confront things I’m not ready for?
No. We work collaboratively, creating space to explore what’s possible for you while keeping you safe and supported.
How is this collaborative?
Therapy is a partnership. Your insights and experiences guide the process, while my attuned presence helps you notice, understand, and respond to yourself in new ways — developing your own attunement over time.
Can therapy help with anxiety, self-criticism, or burnout?
Yes. We uncover the fears and patterns that fuel these struggles, helping you respond with curiosity, compassion, and steadiness rather than frustration.
What if I feel stuck between sessions?
Feeling stuck is normal. We’ll explore these moments in therapy and develop ways to notice and respond with care and understanding.
Is therapy confidential?
Yes. Everything shared is confidential, except in situations required by law. Trust and safety are central to our work together.
Women’s Circles – The Canopy
If you're looking for a space in community just for you, I also hold women's circles. I'm a passionate believer in the power of women coming together, supporting one another, and connecting in meaningful ways. I am the founder of The Canopy, a monthly women’s circle in Leamington Spa, UK.
In my clinical work, I see many women feeling isolated and lonely, wondering if they’re the only ones struggling. Circles are beautifully empowering because they highlight both our uniqueness and our shared connectedness.
If you'd like to know more and book a space, send me an email or hop over to my Instagram link below for more details.
