About
Counselling qualifications
- Masters of Counselling (MCouns)- University of Waikato
- Diploma in Crisis Counselling (DIP CPC)- Institute of Counselling – Glasgow
- Certificate in Psycho-social Counselling- Zambia
Other qualifications
- Diploma in Nursing/Midwifery- Zambia
To be wholly healthy, one needs to attend to the physical, mental, social as well as the spiritual aspect and that is why my work encourages my clients to get in touch with ‘their spiritual’ side. As an oncology nurse, Catherine brings an understanding of the grief, anxiety and uncertainties that a cancer diagnosis brings to the individual as well as loved ones
Catherine’s work draws from a number of evidence based counseling modalities like person centered , solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy, tailoring her approach to each client. Catherine aims to provide a safe non-judgmental space for exploring clients’ stories of struggle, pain resilience, and triumph.
She works in collaboration with clients in identifying problematic stories that clients tell and retell about themselves and re-authoring a preferred story of identity.
She is empathetic and passionate about assisting with client’s journey to health and well-being.. Catherine has experience working with adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds in a variety of sectors including hospital, church, prison and community settings.
Catherine’s therapeutic approach is informed by Narrative therapy , Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and person centered Approach. Catherine works with adults of all ages on a range of presenting issues including post incarceration anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues , life transitions and migration.