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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship repair
- Grief and loss
About Cathy
PACFA counsellor Cathy Crawford has nine years of professional experience in Australia. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting concerns. Cathy speaks English and practices from a person-focused perspective that adapts to each person’s needs.
She commonly helps with relationship problems that include infidelity, communication breakdowns and parenting strain. Cathy also works with the effects of past trauma, post-traumatic stress and domestic violence. She supports people facing life transitions such as separation, midlife questioning and grief after loss.
In sessions she keeps the conversation direct and practical. She and the client set goals, talk through recent events, and try ways of changing patterns that cause distress. Cathy pays attention to attachment and codependency patterns when these show up in relationships.
Her work covers both emotion-focused conversation and problem-solving tasks. Clients may expect to practise new communication skills, try different ways of setting boundaries, and reflect on family-of-origin issues that influence current choices. She explains options clearly and adjusts the plan as needs change.
Cathy asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and are managed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
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Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Cathy works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people process strong emotions and change unhelpful patterns. One common approach she uses focuses on emotion processing and talking through traumatic memories so the feelings linked to those events become more manageable. This approach suits people dealing with trauma, abuse or post-traumatic stress.She also uses interpersonal and skills-based work that targets communication, boundaries and relationship patterns. That kind of work helps when infidelity, codependency or ongoing conflict is causing repeated harm in relationships. It often includes practising new ways to speak and set limits.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the process. Cathy works collaboratively to identify which techniques match a person's goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is reviewed.
The practical benefits of sessions delivered remotely depend on the formats she offers. The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Appropriately qualified or registered therapists can deliver the same focused conversation and skills practice through supported remote arrangements when those options are available.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting concerns. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, codependency and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, person-focused approach that mixes emotional conversation with skills practice. Sessions often involve goal-setting, communication work and boundary skills.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working in Australia. That experience includes work with relationship and trauma-related issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed as PACFA and works in Australia. The credential is presented as PACFA without implying a licence.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.