Meet the Team

Jackie is a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist (Registration No: PSY0001965802) who enjoys working with young people (12-17 years old) and adults (18+). 

Jackie works with clients who present with:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Stress

• Burnout

• Post-natal anxiety and depression

• Parenting challenges

• Anger management

• Trauma

• Personality disorders

• Self-harm and suicidal ideation

• Work stress

• Relationship challenges

• Medical or health-related issues

• Difficulty with life transitions

• Grief and loss

• Neurodivergence

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Prior to working as a Psychologist, Jackie worked as a Registered Nurse for 13 years, she worked across large metropolitan intensive care units. This experience has given Jackie a good perspective of the health care industry and the interconnected nature of the body and mind.

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Jackie takes an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to best support each individual’s needs. This includes Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) to explore patterns in relationships and life transitions, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to strengthen emotional regulation and coping skills, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help process and heal from past trauma. At the heart of Jackie's work is a focus on attachment and the therapeutic relationship itself, aiming to create a safe, collaborative space where clients can feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.

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Jackie also offers Autism and ADHD assessments for adults (18+). For more information click here.

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Jackie sees clients face-to-face and via telehealth (phone or video) on Monday, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. If you would like to book with Jackie please fill in the enquiry form and our admin team will contact you.

 

Kat is a Counsellor who enjoys working with children (10-12 years old), adolescents (13-17 years old) and adults (18+) and families. She has a background in Education, having been a Teacher for 14 years (Primary through to adult education) before completing her Diploma of Counselling through the Australian Institue of Professional Counsellors. She also works part time as a School Counsellor. Kat has extensive knowledge of the Victorian education system and can provide advocacy and guidance with regards to schooling for young people.

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Kat's practise focuses on a person-centred, strength-based approach that draws on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) modality where she aims to provide a safe, non-judgemental and empathetic environment for her clients. She recognises the importance of building a strong client/practitioner relationship so that her clients are well supported and comfortable.

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Kat works with clients who present with:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• ADHD

• Autism

• Adjustment and transition difficulties

• Peri-natal life stages (including postnatal depression and anxiety)

• Grief and loss

• Work stress

• Parenting challenges

• Substance use 

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Kat sees clients via telehealth (phone or video). Kat is currently not accepting new clients.

 

Kath is our friendly and knowledgeable Practice Manager and she is your first point of contact for our practice. Kath works virtually to support clients and clinicians, ensuring the smooth running of all day-to-day operations. From managing bookings and answering enquiries to assisting with referrals and general practice information, she’s here to help with professionalism and care.

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Contact Kath:

📧 admin@riseandthrivepsychology.com.au

📞 0439 317 299

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🕒 Available Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.

If Kath is unable to answer the call immediately, please leave a message and she will reach out to you as soon as she is available.