Kathy

Ms Kathy Montgomery

Psychotherapist

Verified

“I work with individuals and couples on issues affecting their lives, including anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, eating disorders.”

About Me

When anxiety, stress, or low self-esteem feel overwhelming, finding clarity can be a challenge. I support individuals and couples as they explore issues like depression or eating disorders. My integrative approach means we tailor sessions, gently unpacking what's happening for you. This collaborative space helps you understand your experiences and build lasting resilience. It's a good match for anyone seeking a personalised, compassionate path forward.

Approach

With anxiety or concerns about eating and body image, I focus on how we use each session to make sense of what's most urgent and what can wait. In my Cascais practice and online in English, sessions are paced to suit you — steady exploration for adolescents, adults or couples, with practical reflections between meetings to test small changes. I draw on ordinary, everyday tasks to notice patterns and build new habits, keeping the work collaborative and grounded. This way of working often suits people seeking clarity and steady progress.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Eating Disorders

    A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.

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  • OCD

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Suicidal Thoughts

    Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.

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  • Young Adult Issues

    The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Credentials

Registrations

British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Accredited Member - Counsellor and Psychotherapist

National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCFED)

Master Practitioner

Qualifications

Middlesex University

Service Areas

Home Office

In-person & Online

Estoril

Cascais, Portugal

Portugal

Estoril, Cascais, Portugal