- Stress and anxiety
- Life transitions
- Self-esteem work
About Catherine
Catherine Macharia is a psychologist registered with AHPRA and has five years of professional experience in Australia. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, low mood and changes after loss. Catherine also helps with self-esteem, confidence and challenges that come with life transitions.
Her sessions are practical and straightforward. She invites people to name the problem and looks at how it shows up day to day. Conversations often focus on small, manageable steps that change how someone copes with stress or low mood.
Catherine pays attention to relationships and attachment patterns. She also works with people who identify with autism or Asperger syndrome and those dealing with communication problems. Issues like guilt, shame and forgiveness are discussed in clear, direct terms so they become easier to manage.
Life purpose and midlife crossroads are areas she addresses when people feel stuck or uncertain about what comes next. Catherine talks through values, priorities and realistic options rather than offering quick fixes. She uses approaches grounded in evidence to help people experiment with new ways of thinking and acting.
Sessions are offered in English, Kikuyu and Swahili. The first meeting is treated as a chance to agree on practical goals and an early plan for change. People are invited to begin with a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to see if the approach fits.
How Catherine works online and what to expect
Many of the techniques Catherine uses come from evidence-based therapeutic approaches that focus on thoughts, behaviour and coping. Cognitive approaches look at unhelpful thinking patterns and teach ways to test and change those thoughts to reduce anxiety and low mood. Behavioural techniques help people try small experiments and routines that can improve energy, sleep and motivation.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Catherine will discuss different methods with the person and decide together what fits their needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can change as progress is made.
The practical benefits of working online are about fitting therapy into everyday life. Many people find online sessions easier to schedule around work or family commitments. If you need clarification on which session formats are offered, confirm the current options before booking. The aim is to make it realistic to keep regular appointments and to use short check-ins or longer sessions as needed to support steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Kikuyu, Swahili
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and self-esteem issues, plus coping with life changes and midlife questions.
How does she approach someone who feels stuck?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on small steps to change daily coping and thinking patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with people in Australia.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Kikuyu and Swahili.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.