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Kathleen O

in Melbourne South East

Kathleen is a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner, with over a decade of experience in the disability sector across varying roles and has worked with clients of all ages. She particularly enjoys working with teenagers with varying diagnoses, supporting them in gaining their independence and managing emotional, physical and mental wellbeing as they begin to learn to navigate the world.

Areas of experience

Anxiety and stress management support

Support with depression and emotions

Emotional regulation

Increased independence

Motivation and confidence building

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Works with adults

Works with children

Works with non-speaking people

Qualifications

Bachelor of Psychological Science and Masters in Mental Health from Australian Catholic University

How I work

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How can you support people?

Kathleen places importance on her role as part of a client’s care team, and values collaborative work with other practitioners and professionals to address any needs the client has. Kathleen is always up for a chat to make sure her clients have someone to talk to about what they may need or are struggling with, and work together to turn it around.

How does your background shape the way you work?

Over the last 13 years, Kathleen has worked in various settings ranging from child protection to disability support work to behaviour support. This work experience has allowed Kathleen to develop a broad skill set, to support her clients to reach their goals and achieve outcomes that make a difference.

What is your approach to working with people?

Kathleen has been described by past clients as being understanding, empathetic and easy to approach. Kathleen describes her approach as being person-centred, evidence-based, and all about the client. She takes care to build a strong rapport with her clients to ensure that there is a comfortability in the client/practitioner relationship, which ultimately supports positive outcomes.

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Locations

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Kathleen O can see people face-to-face in and around the following locations, or provide therapy Australia-wide over telehealth.

Springvale

Brighton

Dandenong

Clayton

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