Kate has a combination of both consumer and family lived experience that she taps into, in many different roles. As a proud and active member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Kate see's the beauty and joy in individuality, expression and diversity. Show up to work with Kate, as you are, and you will be accepted and appreciated while you work together on making the most of your skills, experience and role. Kate has insight into neuro-affirming, person-centered and trauma informed practices.

Kate began working in an adjunct role to the Mental Health industry around 12 years ago, when she started teaching Yoga to those who were seeking peace from the impact of occupational stress and PTSD. Over the years Kate became a trainer, co-founded a charity and 2019 found her way to Mental Health Peer Work. Since then Kate has worked to advocate for the rights of individuals, providing support throughout accessing the justice and legal systems. Kate is an experienced Team Leader and trainer and currently works in the Suicide Prevention stream.

Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental health First Aid

Cert IV MHPW - TAFE NSW

Intentional Peer Support

Dip. Counselling

Currently: Masters of Counselling at Torrens University

Kate uses the IPS Framework as a way of self reflection and ongoing development of Peer Practice. IPS values often come up in supervision and the depth of insight can be very beneficial. Kate does not use a structured framework but establishes goals at the beginning of supervision, whether individual/group/organisational and monitors alignment throughout the sessions. Reports and progress maps can be helpful for supervisee's to gain feedback on their work.