Specialised Social Work and Counselling services
Taking care of your mental health is one of the most empowering, and life-changing things you can do! As an accredited Social Worker and Counsellor I offer a supportive, collaborative and understanding approach to your mental health, life challenges and relationships.
Call me
0481 337 988
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri 09:00 – 18:00
THERAPIES & TREATMENTS
How we can help
All services are offered face to face, online or via telephone and are confidential. Therapeutic sessions are carried out with the utmost respect and integrity to each person’s individual needs and concerns.
Individual Therapy
Helping clients to address difficulties managing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationships, substance, work-life balance, life stages and stress management.
NDIS
Therapeutic supports (individual and group), behaviour support, specialised assessment of skills, abilities and needs, assistance in coordinating or managing life stages, transitions and supports, assistance with accommodation/tenancy. Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
Family and Relationships Therapy
For many, relationships can be a great source of love, encouragement and support. However, under times of stress or strain, the family and relational systems can struggle – people can get hurt and relationships can deteriorate. Strained relationships can have devastating effects adults and children.
Group Therapy
ACT of Living – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy group to help acknowledge life challenges, discover your life values and take action to live a rich and meaningful life
The Transformation game – a fun and complex board game which offers a playful yet substantial way of understanding and transforming key issues in your life. Maximum 4 participants.
ABOUT ME
Professional Social Work and Counselling Services
I am a qualified Social Worker and Counsellor with years of psychotherapeutic experience and extensive training in a variety of therapeutic approaches with families, adults, adolescents and groups in a diverse range of settings.
As a collaborative, ethical and authentic therapist whose goal is to provide tailored support for clients. This is achieved by employing positive and healthy self-management strategies whilst providing a space for reflection, insights and change. A creative and curious approach to life means these values are often incorporated into my therapy sessions, combining novel and interesting techniques with evidence based practices.
I have a Masters of Social Work, Diploma of Counselling, Bachelor of Information Systems and a Diploma of Visual Arts.I have extensive training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Trauma and Family Therapy with experience working in the Mental Health, Disability, Aged and Education sectors. With a Diploma of Visual Arts I also supports clients using art as therapy.
I am a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Get Professional Advice for your Better Future
I offer a free client-therapist ‘matching’ service. This ensures that As a therapist I am well matched to your needs. The matching process involves a 10 minute telephone appointment. During this, I will discuss your treatment goals and together we will determine whether we are a therapeutic fit.
You are welcome to book an appointment with me without having a matching phone call.
0481 337 988
info@katedanceytherapy.com
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