Kate is registered with the Ontario College of Social Work and Social Service Workers as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers. She holds a deep belief in resilience, which has been fostered by her work with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds as well as her own journey with illness and injury. Kate is aware and responsive to the distinct challenges individuals face during long and complex recoveries.
While working for a rural hospital Kate trained and instructed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Trainer (ASIST), completed life skills coaching certification (Level 1&2), and acquired training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and DBT Skills. Having worked in Mental Health Service provision for over 20 years Kate has experience in case management, complex care coordination, adult mental health with Indigenous peoples, individual therapy with youth and adults as well as couples counselling and vocational rehabilitation.
Every experience is an opportunity to grow in our understanding and connect more deeply with ourselves and/or others. In order for that to happen, we need opportunities to reflect and be willing to share ideas and perspectives. Kate subscribes to a strict philosophy of honesty and authenticity, which she strives to pepper with a healthy dose of appropriate humor. If you spend time with Kate, she will challenge you to welcome emotions, encourage you to get outside, and remind you to lengthen your breaths. She will gently nudge you towards acceptance of yourself and others. This is done in a collaborative, psychodynamic, and trauma informed approach, pace according to your needs and goals.
Above all, helping you determine your best life, offering tools and support along your path is Kate’s heartfelt mission.
For coaching or collaboration message directly to discuss opportunities.
KATE Mooney 