I have a particularly challenging home environment as a carer to multiple family members with disabilities. When meeting Kate, I immediately felt I was in good hands. Kate helped guide me through the issues I was facing and how to understand my feelings…she helped me navigate a way forward, creating positive outcomes for not just my children but also my wife and marriage. At each session I felt heard…not only was I able to express all the things going on with me, but was also shown insights into how I see and interact with the world and those around me. I was given tools to help me cope, and even more, to feel optimistic about creating an even stronger and deeper bond with my wife and children. I was able to consider something I had not thought was an option – having a life that was not just ‘existing’ but actually living with purpose and positivity.

Kate is such a kind and approachable person! From the moment I began at Doongalla Counselling, she’s provided a safe and welcoming environment that is hard to describe and capture in words alone. I always feel accepted for who I am and she makes it easy for me to openly share the things I need to discuss. When she suggests a new activity to try in the sessions, she creates space and opportunities for you to say ‘no’ or ‘not yet’, whilst also simultaneously making you want to try it then and there, because you know you can trust and value her suggestions! I couldn’t recommend her more highly – even my friends, at times, get tired of hearing how amazing my counsellor is!

Kate is a wonderful counsellor who gave me a safe and non-judgemental space to open up and deal with my medical and personal trauma. She gave me the tools to help with my anxiety and panic attacks. She really listens to what you’re saying. Kate helps and supports you to delve deeply into your emotions and feelings to find your own way to facing and dealing with them.

I have been seeing Kate at Doongalla for close to four years now, and I have had a great experience. Kate is calm, non-judgmental, educated and consistent. Kate has provided a space of safety and has assisted me in developing the right skills to cope with everyday stresses and trauma responses. Seeking help was a daunting thing for me, so it was refreshing to find a professional who is genuinely caring.

I am so thankful I found Kate at Doongalla Counselling when I did! Working with her has enabled me to grow beyond my original outlook to something that is much more resilient and capable.