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, and thank you for reaching out!
I look forward to walking alongside you on your counselling journey. I thought I should introduce myself and share a little about my journey to becoming a counsellor.
What led me to become a counsellor?
I grew up on a large beef cattle farm, where I experienced first-hand some of the challenges that can come with farming life — drought, financial pressure, and the impact these experiences can have on relationships, family life and mental wellbeing.
At the time, I could see the struggles happening around me, but I often felt unsure of how to help or where people could turn for support. This stayed with me over the years and contributed to my desire to better understand people, their experiences and the challenges they face.
After 18 years of running my own business, I experienced burnout and made the difficult decision to sell my business. While this was a challenging time, it also gave me the opportunity to follow a path I had been drawn to for many years. In 2017, I began studying counselling, beginning the journey towards becoming a qualified and registered counsellor.
Today, as a Registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, I have built my private practice around creating a supportive, respectful and non-judgemental space where people can feel heard and understood.
I hold a Bachelor of Counselling and have experience supporting adults and young people with a range of challenges, including anxiety, stress and overwhelm, grief and loss, trauma, and neurodivergent life experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting people navigating ADHD, including the challenges that can come with late diagnosis, masking, burnout and feeling overwhelmed by everyday life.
My approach is trauma-informed and neuro-affirming. I recognise that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to counselling, and I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor counselling to your individual needs, experiences and goals.
I welcome neurodivergent and neurotypical clients, and people of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural backgrounds and sexual orientations. I am committed to creating a counselling environment where you feel respected, accepted and safe to be yourself.
For me, counselling is about more than simply talking about what is difficult. It is about taking the time to understand your experiences, identify what you need, and work together towards meaningful change.
If you feel ready to take that first step, I would be honoured to support you on your journey.
My Mission
My mission is to provide a safe, supportive and respectful environment where you can explore your experiences, develop greater self-awareness, build resilience and work towards meaningful change.
The name Empowering You Counselling reflects my commitment to supporting you in developing the personal resources, confidence and skills to navigate life's challenges and support wellbeing.
My counselling approach is grounded in the belief that you are the expert in your own life. I will work alongside you, respecting your values, choices and individual circumstances, while supporting you to identify your own strengths and make decisions that are right for you.
I am committed to providing high-quality therapeutic support through evidence-based counselling practices, tailored to your individual needs and goals.
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 and body connection.
