Katie

Mrs Katie Johnston, MSc

Counselor

“As a neuro diverse counsellor I enjoy working within a pluralistic framework which draws from different modalities to support clients needs and challenges during therapy.I provide a safe and confidential space to explore your concerns and work collaboratively to build a therapeutic relationship.”

About Me

As a neurodiverse counsellor, I understand the unique ways individuals experience the world. I tailor our work together, drawing from a pluralistic framework to meet your specific needs. In our safe, confidential space, we will collaboratively explore your concerns. This flexible approach especially suits clients seeking therapy that truly adapts. We can find your own path forward.

Approach

Sessions feel practical and adaptable, using brief grounding, clear structure and gentle pacing so we can match what helps you in the moment. I work with people face-to-face in Perth and online across Scotland, and I offer therapy in English to adolescents, adults, children and couples. We focus on small, manageable changes—sensory and routine adjustments, coping skills for overwhelm, and brief between-session reflections or tasks when helpful—to build momentum without adding pressure. This way of working tends to suit those living with neurodiversity, chronic illness, loss or persistent stress.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

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

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Cancer Support

    The psychological and emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on the individual and their loved ones, including fear, grief, and adjustment to treatment.

  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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Professional Title:

  • Counselor

    A trained professional who provides talk therapy to help clients work through emotional, relational, and psychological difficulties.

Credentials

Qualifications

Master of Science (MSc)

Abertay University

Memberships

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Counsellor / Psychotherapist

Membership: 395202

Service Areas

Busy Minds Counselling

In-person & Online

Perth & Kinross

Perth, Scotland

United Kingdom

Perth & Kinross, Perth, United Kingdom