Hello, I’m Katherina Doherty

Psychologist

We all face life challenges and cope through difficult times with the support of people around us. When stresses are unrelenting or prolonged or, in the absence of adequate support, our coping mechanisms can break down. Our bodies’ stress response remains on high alert to try to keep us away from things we think are going to harm us. Therapy helps us confront negative emotions and mental states that are causing distress and build the capacity to cope.

Psychological therapy works to break the cycle of anxiety, depression and other mental health problems. Looking for help can be daunting! Change can be difficult. When worried, anxious or depressed, change can be harder still. We often go back to ‘old’ ways of thinking and responding. Therapy helps develop skills to adjust to life’s challenges and strengthen relationships. By building these skills in ourselves, parents can help young people build healthy foundations for their own development.

Our Ocean Reef location is convenient to access from Joondalup and all the Northern beach suburbs.