I have a focus on improving mental health through evidence-based psychological therapy, along with understanding the role tailored nutrition, exercise and other health interventions can play. Since graduating some 15 years ago where she received both the Psychology and University Medals, an academic and community service scholarship, First Class Honours and an average GPA over 6.5, Kate has continued to study across clinical psychology and nutrition. Kate has more recently completed a Master’s Degree and post-grad research regarding nutrition in mental health, while also continuing to publish across a range of scientific journals. As Director of Compass Health Group and a Nutritional Psychologist, Kate’s core focus is working with a wide range of individuals to maximize human potential for rich, full and meaningful lives. Kate utilises an integrative approach - combining evidence-based psychological therapy, pathology testing (to assess biological drivers of neurochemistry), and research knowledge to derive holistic treatment programs. Kate’s experience includes: binge eating and body dissatisfaction, health behaviour change, women’s health, dealing with chronic health conditions, depression, anxiety, trauma and child protection. Kate’s approach to research and practice is described as both highly scientific and humane. Known for her practical compassion and ability to interpret complex issues with colourful clarity, Kate shares psychological teachings with a refreshing non-judgmental sense of humour (often directed at herself!). Kate values egalitarian relationships and seeks to set up a “collaborative learning community” where we are all able to serve as each other’s teacher. Kate often states her “other job is being human” or imperfect. It is with this openness and acceptance that she approaches herself and all others with to facilitate change.
