ABOUT US
About Kate Roberts Consulting
A deeply human approach to coaching and consulting in humanitarian work.
Kate Roberts Consulting (KRC) was born from a personal turning point.
After nearly two decades working in humanitarian and crisis contexts across more than 25 countries, Kate Roberts reached a moment of quiet reckoning — the kind that comes when purpose becomes blurred, energy runs low, and something essential feels out of reach.
She realized she was experiencing burnout.
What followed was not a breakdown, but a breakthrough: a return to purpose, a redefinition of sustainability, and a deepening commitment to the people doing this work. That journey — lived and still unfolding — became the foundation for KRC.
Today, KRC partners with individuals, teams, and organizations across the humanitarian and development sectors to support meaningful, sustainable, human-centered change. Our work helps people stay connected to themselves and to the reasons they began this work in the first place — even in the midst of complexity and uncertainty.
We believe this is possible. And we help make it real.
Meet Kate
Kate Roberts is a Certified Master Coach, Staff Care & Well-being Specialist, and Psychosocial Support Consultant with a background in counseling psychology, global mental health, and humanitarian leadership. Her approach integrates evidence-based practice with lived experience — and always centers the person, not just the role or the problem.
With over 20 years in humanitarian work and a current base in Portugal, Kate’s clients span cultures, continents, and professional roles — from frontline field staff to senior leadership. Across all contexts, the work is the same: to support clarity, resilience, connection, and wholeness.
Kate is an active member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), holds multiple coaching and trauma-informed care certifications, and contributes to research and learning with institutions like Harvard Medical School, Johns Hopkins, and Fordham University.
You never know where she might be calling in from — but wherever she is, you can expect thoughtful presence, quiet strength, and wholehearted partnership.
The KRC Team
Our team is a diverse, global network of professionals united by a shared commitment to human dignity, meaningful work, and sustainable change. We are mental health practitioners, organizational well-being specialists, strategists, coaches, change managers, and work design experts — each bringing deep experience across the humanitarian and development sectors. What connects us is not just our skill, but our shared heart: we’re humanitarians too. We’ve lived the complexity, carried the responsibility, and care deeply about the people doing this work. Wherever you are in the world, we meet you with insight, integrity, and compassion.
Our Coaching & Consulting Philosophy
At KRC, we believe:
People are the starting point — not systems, strategies, or outputs.
Growth is not linear, but it is possible.
Burnout is not a personal failure — it’s often a signal for redesign.
Wholeness is not a luxury. It’s essential.
We don’t push quick fixes or performance hacks. We create the space and structure for people to reconnect with what matters most — then move toward it with greater clarity, agency, and support.
Our work blends:
Coaching for individuals and teams
Organizational consulting for well-being and culture
Psychosocial support for those holding difficult experiences
Whether you're an individual looking for deeper alignment, or an organization ready to shift how you care for your people, our approach is always customized, thoughtful, and collaborative.
Read about Our Way - KRC’s statement on Humanity, Equity & Belonging
Our Core Values
Integrity – We act with transparency and authenticity, building trust through presence and principle.
Compassion – We listen with care. We center dignity, empathy, and inclusion in all our work.
People First – We see the full human behind every role. We invest in well-being, voice, and growth.
Future-Focused – We believe in change, and walk with clients toward possibility and renewal.
Learning-Oriented – We stay curious, humble, and committed to continuous evolution.
Celebrate the Journey – We make space for creativity, joy, and moments of meaning along the way.
Our Mission
To support humanitarian and development professionals on their journey toward wholeness — building intentional, fulfilling lives and careers rooted in well-being and purpose.
Our Vision
A global community that values, invests in, and sustains the well-being of those who serve — so they can live fully, lead with integrity, and help others do the same.
Our Commitment to Ethical Practice
All KRC coaches and consultants adhere to the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Code of Ethics. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional responsibility. The full Code of Ethics can be found at: https://coachfederation.org/code-of-ethics