About
The most important factor in determining if your therapy will be successful is finding the right connection between you and your counsellor
Meet Katrina
Hello, thank you for reaching out!
I look forward to walking alongside you on this journey. Perhaps I should introduce myself and share a little of my story…
What lead me to become a counsellor?
Like most of us, at times I too have struggled with my own mental health. I grew up on a large beef cattle farm, where I experienced first-hand the struggles of farming life - droughts, debt, and the destruction that brings to marriages, family life, and the impact it has on an individual's mental health.
At the time, whilst I could see, and understand the destruction around me, I felt helpless to make change, find support, or help others to do the same.
Eventually, I left the farm and moved to a large city to pursue other areas of life. However, I still found myself faced with not knowing how to help those who came to me for help.
After 18 years of running my own business, I faced burnout, and had to make the difficult decision to sell my business. However, this allowed me the space to follow my dream of becoming a counsellor, and in 2017 I began many years of study to become a fully qualified and registered counsellor.
Living in a major city has deepened my understanding of the diversity and uniqueness of individuals, different cultures, personal beliefs, and identities. I welcome all ages, genders, abilities, cultural backgrounds, and sexual orientations to my practice. While society has created an unequal among many, I promote cultural competency in my space, and you will be completely respected during our time together.
I have a Bachelor degree in Counselling, and I am a member of the Australian Counselling Association. Whether working with adults or children, I strive to create a space where you feel supported and understood. I am confident that our professional connection will be the foundation for your counselling journey.
My Mission
To provide an environment to nurture and support personal growth, self-compassion, and change. My business name - Empowering You Counselling reflects my commitment to assisting you in building personal resources, resilience, and mental wellness. My counselling style and core values will aid in self-empowerment, and assist you in reaching your counselling goals. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality therapeutic support through evidence-based practices.
My Values
Safety
Compassion
Understanding
Connection
Working Collaboratively with you
Fostering self-empowerment
Continuous Professional & Personal Development
My Approach
My therapeutic approach is underpinned by trauma-informed practice. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and all-inclusive counselling environment for you to explore deeply personal issues. I believe in creating respectful, authentic relationships where trust and connection thrive.
Whether you are looking to restore balance to your life, or need a safe space to explore your innermost thoughts, feelings, or behaviours, I will take the time to understand your needs and support you on your journey to reach your therapeutic goals. Together, we will explore ways to empower you, build personal strengths, develop new coping skills, and a path to a more fulfilled and peaceful life.
I use many approaches to counselling, including traditional talk therapy, walk-and-talk therapy, mindfulness techniques, cognitive behavioural therapy, and expressive therapy tools. All are steeped in evidence-based therapy, and honour the mind, body, and soul connection.
