Kate O'Donovan

About

Kate is a Counsellor and Clinical Social Worker who has over 10 years experience providing counselling to adults, adolescents and children. Her areas of interest and expertise include working with:

•Depression and anxiety

•Post-traumatic stress disorder

•Self-harm and suicidal ideation

•Childhood sexual abuse or recent assault

•First episode psychosis

•Emotional regulation and stress management

•Peer relationships and bullying

•Family conflict

•Self-esteem and identity

•Grief and loss

•Adolescent and child mental health

Kate has worked as a counsellor with children and youth aged 6-25 years and their families in Australia, New Zealand and Canada. She has worked in many different specialised government services, providing individual and group therapy, to clients who are recovering from first episode psychosis, sexual assault or abuse, and other mental health issues.

Kate is a Counselling Social Worker who utilises a range of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focused and narrative therapies, art and creative therapies, interpersonal therapy, family therapy and play therapy. She tailors her approach to the individual, working on their identified goals and seeking to reduce mental health symptoms and improve quality of life and relationships.

A GP referral is not required however you may wish to consult with your GP to see if you are eligible for a Medicare rebate through the Better Access to Mental Health Care. Private Health Fund rebates may also apply depending on your level of cover.

Kate O’Donovan

Mt Lawley Counselling Centre