Kathleen is a counsellor and psychotherapist whose passion for supporting others comes from a place of deep compassion, genuine understanding and lived experience. This commitment to helping others is rooted not only in professional knowledge but in a heartfelt desire to offer a safe and non-judgemental space where individuals can safely heal, grow and discover their strengths.​

Approach and Expertise

With advanced education in diverse counselling modalities, Kathleen specialises in trauma, trauma bonding, addiction and managing life’s very many challenges. Her therapeutic practice is informed by evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed approaches, mindfulness, acceptance-based therapies and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). This broad expertise allows her to tailor support for issues including:​

Anxiety and depression

Stress and overwhelm

Grief and loss

Self-esteem and identity concerns

Relationship challenges

Life transitions and personal growth

Coping with addiction

Recovery from trauma and abuse

Navigating major changes or feeling “stuck” in life​

A Compassionate, Safe Haven

Kathleen’s style is compassionate, warm, and highly collaborative. She believes that healing and growth happen when clients feel truly heard, respected and valued. Her own personal journey - with its ups and downs, inspires her to sit alongside clients as they process pain, celebrate wins, and create pathways that lead to a more fulfilling life.​

For Kathleen, therapy is a partnership.

Her approach invites clients to explore their experiences - without fear of judgement and therefore supporting each person to harness resilience, build practical coping skills and reconnect with their inherent worth.

Kathleen brings both expertise and heart to her work, meeting every individual where they are right now and walking alongside them towards greater well-being and hope.

Kathleen has experience working with individuals across all stages of life - from toddlers and children, to adolescents, adults, and the elderly, adapting her therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each age group.

Her work with newly settled refugees also reflects her commitment to diversity and cultural understanding, ensuring a welcoming and supportive space for clients from a wide range of experiences and communities.