About

We are here to support the individual, couple, family and community to develop, strengthen, restore and reconcile relationships.

We understand that everyone's journey is unique, and so are their needs. That's why we offer a tailored, holistic approach to personal and relational wellness, combining evidence-based therapies, creative modalities, and practical coaching techniques.

It is our Vision to see all individuals living authentically, understanding who they are and the value they add to every relationship. To see couples and families expecting the best, living and working together in vulnerability and safety. To see organisations and businesses respecting and honouring every member of their community as they live and work in unity.

At Katallasso, we're committed to:

Listening actively to understand your unique needs and goals.

• Creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore and grow.

• Providing practical tools and strategies to help you thrive.

• Supporting you every step of the way, with ongoing care and resources.

Katie has a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) with over 20 years experience helping individuals, couples, and families communicate clearly and navigate change. She’s led youth resilience programs, redesigned crisis and family support services, delivered cancer support across urban, rural, and remote communities, and trained staff and volunteers bringing practical, compassionate, and culturally aware care to every session. Her global placements training in restorative practices add depth to her calm, solutions-focused approach.

Drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, Neuro Linguistic Programming, PREPARE/ENRICH relationship education, the Enneagram and creative/play therapies, Katie tailors counselling to your goals whether you’re repairing conflict, rebuilding trust, exploring personal growth, or strengthening parenting partnerships. A seasoned supervisor of emerging social workers and a hands-on parent, she blends evidence-informed tools with real-world wisdom to help you find clarity, connection, and confidence online or in person.

The word Katallasso is a Greek word deriving from katá = an intensifier + allásso = change. In its simplest form it means to change, exchange and to reconcile (those who are at variance – differing or opposing). It refers to one returning to favour with or to receive one into favour.

Katallasso is a verb — it represents action. At Katallasso, we believe counselling and support work thrive when clients are actively engaged in their own growth and in making meaningful changes to strengthen their relationships. In classical Greek, allásso referred to altering shape, colour, or appearance, and was also used to describe exchanging or bartering — taking one thing in return for another. We see this as a powerful metaphor for relationships, where mutual exchange, and working together in unity are often essential for genuine connection and progress.

Across cultures, the butterfly is seen as a symbol of rebirth, transformation, renewal, courage, endurance, hope, and life. We love the saying “just when the caterpillar thought life was over, it became a beautiful butterfly”.

Life can bring challenges that leave us feeling stuck when all we want to do is soar. At times, we may want to retreat, hide, avoid, or even give up. Growth and change rarely happen overnight — they often require intentional inner work, our own version of a “cocoon.”

But that internal work is what ultimately strengthens us and leads to freedom and transformation, not just for ourselves but for those around us. And, of course, butterflies are stunning to look at. Their wings are covered in tiny translucent scales that reflect the light around them. It’s a bit science-y, but at Katallasso we see it as a powerful reminder of both our potential and our responsibility to reflect light and beauty into the world.