Business Details
Your Trusted Clinical Psychologist in Cremorne
At MacKinnon Kate, we bring over 25 years of dedicated experience in family and child counselling, alongside 20 years as a registered psychologist, to provide comprehensive mental health support. Our practice is built on evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Positive Psychology, tailored to individual needs. We specialise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions, with a focus on enhancing emotional well-being and life satisfaction.Our commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development ensures clients receive the highest standard of care. We offer Medicare rebates for eligible clients and provide telehealth sessions for added convenience. With a deep understanding of the emotional aspects of life's challenges, we empower individuals, couples, and families to achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Services
Individual Counselling
Relationship Counselling
Child Consultation
Positive Psychology Programs
Supervision
Highlights and features
- 25 years as a family and child counsellor with 20 years as a registered psychologist
- Specialist training in child consultation and marriage preparation programs
- Medicare rebates available for eligible clients
- Integrates evidence-based therapies with positive psychology interventions
- Offers secure telehealth sessions for remote access
Associations and certifications
- Clinical College of the Australian Psychological Society
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored therapy sessions addressing depression, anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Using evidence-based techniques like CBT and ACT, we help clients understand emotional patterns and develop coping strategies. Ideal for those seeking personal growth and resolution of recurring challenges.
Relationship Counselling
Specialised support for couples facing communication issues, conflict, or intimacy problems. Accredited marriage preparation programs and post-separation parenting guidance help strengthen relationships. Combines therapeutic approaches to improve understanding and connection between partners.
Child Consultation
Assessment and intervention for children affected by family conflict or separation. Through play-based techniques, we help parents create supportive environments. Includes feedback sessions and follow-up support to address ongoing family dynamics and child well-being.
Positive Psychology Programs
Strengths-based programs enhancing life satisfaction through evidence-based practices. Focuses on building resilience, improving work-life balance, and achieving personal goals. Designed for individuals and families seeking proactive mental health maintenance and personal development.
Supervision
Clinical supervision for mental health professionals seeking skill development and ethical practice support. Incorporates schema therapy and cognitive behavioural techniques. Aims to enhance therapeutic effectiveness and professional growth through structured, reflective practice sessions.
People
Kate MacKinnon
Clinical Psychologist
Registered clinical psychologist with 25 years' experience in family counselling and 20 years as a registered psychologist. Specialist in relationship therapy, child consultation, and positive psychology. Holds postgraduate qualifications and clinical accreditation for Medicare rebates.
Questions
What services does MacKinnon Psychology offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counselling, child consultation, positive psychology programs, and clinical supervision. Specialised support includes anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress management.
Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Yes, secure video conferencing and telephone sessions are available for clients unable to attend in person, ensuring continuity of care during restrictions or for remote clients.
Are Medicare rebates available?
Eligible clients with a mental health care plan from their GP can claim Medicare rebates for psychology sessions. Please check with your GP for eligibility.
How can child consultation help my family?
Child consultation assesses how family conflict affects children, providing strategies to create supportive environments. Through play-based techniques, we help parents understand and address their child's emotional needs during separation or conflict.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
We combine evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Positive Psychology tailored to each client's unique circumstances and goals.
