Katie Leavey
Senior Registered Psychologist
Clinical Psychology Registrar

Katie can help you with
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Adjustment to life changes and transitions
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Anger management
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Anxiety and anxiety disorders
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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
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Depression and other mood-related disorders
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Emotional dysregulation
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Grief/bereavement
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Panic attacks and Panic Disorder
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Personality disorders
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Phobias
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Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Relationship and interpersonal difficulties
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Self-harm
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Self-esteem issues
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Social anxiety
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Stress, burnout and compassion fatigue
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Trauma
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Women's health and emotional wellbeing
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Work-related issues
Days and fees
Consulting days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Approximate wait time: capacity for 4 new clients (no after hours appointments) from July
Sees clients from age: 16 years
Fee - initial session: $235
Fee - subsequent sessions: $215
Medicare rebate: $89.65
Please note: Katie will soon complete the Clinical Registrar Program - at that time her fees will change to that of Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications
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Master of Clinical Psychology
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Bachelor of Science Psychology (Honours)
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Registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar
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Member, Australian Psychological Society (APS)
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Member, Australian Association for CBT (AACBT)
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Individual Therapy in DBT - Melissa Kent Psychology, Brisbane
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Intensive DBT training - Melissa Kent Psychology, Brisbane
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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Fundamentals: Processes and Techniques in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” – Viktor E. Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning
About Katie
As a psychologist I like to work collaboratively with you on the things that are important to you. Through creating a safe but curious environment, we can gain deeper understanding of yourself and use your own inherent skills, alongside evidenced based interventions, to make the changes that will improve your wellbeing. I tailor my treatment approach based on what you as an individual needs and what the research evidence says works for particular a problem.
I have experience in working with people from adolescence to adulthood with a broad range of difficulties. Before coming into private practice, I worked for many years in community services in the UK and Australia assisting people with a variety of complex needs, including adults and young people experiencing homelessness, mental health, addiction, and trauma.
Why I love working at The Glow Centre
I love working at The Glow Centre because I feel privileged to go on a journey with each new client I meet where I’m entrusted with their life story and given the opportunity to support them through life’s challenges.
Outside the practice
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and young daughters, walking my dogs, reading, socialising with friends, and travelling.
Publications
Leavey, K., & Hawkins, R. (2017). Is cognitive behavioural therapy effective in reducing suicidal ideation and behaviour when delivered face-to-face or via e-health? A systematic review and meta-analysis. Cognitive behaviour therapy, 46(5), 353-374.