Kat is a Counsellor whose background includes working with children, adolescents and adults. She has a background in Education, having been a Teacher for 14 years (Primary through to adult education) before completing her Diploma of Counselling through the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors. She also works part time as a School Counsellor.Kat's practise focuses on a person-centred strength-based approach and she aims to provide a safe, non-judgemental and empathetic environment for her clients. She recognises the importance on building a strong client / practitioner relationship so that her clients are well supported and comfortable in their theraputic journey.Kat loves working with individuals of all ages, particularly children and their families. She has a knowledge of a variety of mental health disorders across the lifespan. Her life experience and teaching background lends well to her understanding of how a person may struggle in a variety of daily life contexts and what practical accommodations may need to be considered for each of her clients.Kat has had experience with a different evidence-based therapies and particularly enjoys using Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) with her clients. She is particularly interested in the areas of:Mood disordersADHD and ASD in an educational and family environmentParentingPrenatal and postnal life stages (including postnatal depression and anxiety)Grief and losspractical intervention for a range of presenting problems, including, mood, social skills, parenting support, adjustment and transitions