Kate Dew, AASW

Kate Dew is an AASW-credentialed practitioner with four years of professional experience based in Australia. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and challenges with self-esteem, bringing a practical and empathetic approach to each session. Kate understands that each person is the expert of their own story and seeks to build on existing strengths to support change and resilience. Her practice also addresses a wide range of related concerns, including ageing and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, commitment and communication difficulties, control issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, feelings of emptiness, family of origin and fatherhood issues, forgiveness, and gender dysphoria.

Kate values the courage it takes to begin therapy and aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where goals can be explored collaboratively. As a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers - AASW - she combines professional standards with a person-focused attitude, helping clients identify practical steps forward while recognising the impact of past experiences. She is committed to supporting clients as they navigate change and work toward greater wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches that guide online care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. It helps people understand their relational needs and develop safer, more satisfying ways of relating to partners, family members and themselves. Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the centre of their care, emphasising empathy, unconditional positive regard and collaboration so clients can explore values, choices and goals at their own pace. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and practical techniques to manage stress, reduce reactivity and build tolerance for difficult emotions, which can be useful for anxiety, trauma responses and everyday pressure.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kate will work together with each client to identify which methods best suit their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process can involve trying different techniques and adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Kate is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexible ways to access support around work, caring duties or mobility needs. These options make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy life and to maintain continuity of care when in-person appointments are difficult, while allowing appropriately qualified or registered professionals to work with clients across a range of issues and stages of change.