	Kathryn 1092 Frankton Road Whakatipu Wellness, Aurum House Queenstown
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Kathryn | Counsellor

Introduction

Kia ora, I'm Kathryn. I'm glad you're here.

I'm an experienced therapist, based in Queenstown, offering online and in-person counselling for teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions.

I love my job. I honestly believe that it is a privilege to work alongside people as they face life's tough moments.

I have worked with numerous clients over the years who have experienced issues with anxiety, depression and other mental health symptoms; self harm; trauma; and drug and alcohol issues.

I am clear that you are the expert on you, but that I can work with you to make better sense of your world and your story, and think about how you can make healthy decisions to achieve the future you deserve.

I offer all my clients empathy, discretion, humour (weird as that may sound!), and support.

I work with both adults and teenagers.

If you want to know more or make an appointment, feel free to contact me.

Online therapy

I offer online counselling sessions using Zoom in a secure and confidential environment.

Qualifications and registrations

I have a BSW (Hons) - an honours degree in social work. I have over 20 years of professional development in counselling in various models, and fields including DBT, CBT, ACT, Solution-focussed therapy, Motivational Interviewing. I have completed the Supervision Skills for Health and Social Services course
I am a registered social worker, and a member of ANZASW.
I am registered with ACC to provide counselling for Sensitive Claims.

Registrations

I offer therapy in

✓ English

Specialisations

1. Anxiety
2. Alcohol and drug issues
3. Grief
4. Trauma
5. Depression
6. Stress/Burnout
7. Young people
8. Anger management
9. Emotional regulation

Specialisations and Expertises

I utilise a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, DBT skills, and ACT, tailoring my approach to meet each client’s unique needs and preferences.

I often work with people experiencing

Anxiety
Stress/ Burnout
Depression
Grief
Trauma
Alcohol or drug abuse/issues
Relationship difficulties

Training/Corporate Wellbeing sessions

For several years I was the Learning and Development Co-ordinator for a leading addiction provider. During my time in that role I developed and delivered multiple workshops on issues such as boundaries, mental health, clinical risk management etc.

I can offer workshops or presentations to groups of professionals wanting to better support their staff, health professionals wishing to better identify or manage mental health and substance abuse issues, or groups of students needing to better understand the impact of substance abuse on them and those around them.

Available workshops include managing anxiety; intro to mental health and addiction; managing change; substance use and abuse. Talk to me to about your specific needs and I can develop an appropriate workshop for your team.

Most common issues I support people with:

General Mental Health: Supporting those experiencing depression, anxiety, loss, grief, and other emotional challenges. I create a safe space to gently discuss your experience, building understanding and developing your kete of skills
Trauma & Sexual Abuse: I work with those experiencing the impact of both childhood and adult trauma to understand the current issues, and restore their sense of safety and control.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse: I work in a non-judgmental way to support you to address the drivers of your substance use and reduce it's impact in your life
Stress and Burnout: I will work along side you to look at the contributors to your stress and your underlying patterns that can contribute to the stress and burnout, as well as look at practical strategies that can help
Counselling for Young People: I love working with teenagers. Their ability to have really frank conversations make them so great to work alongside

Therapies offered

Areas of counselling I can help with

Fees

$150 for a one hour counselling session
$150 for supervision
$375 for a drug and alcohol assessment

Availability (Opening hours)

Monday	-
Tuesday	10am - 6.30pm
Wednesday	-
Thursday	-
Friday	9am - 3.30pm
Saturday	-
Sunday	-

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