Katrina Gow

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Katrina is a counsellor and psychotherapist with a special interest in school attendance challenges. She supports parents and caregivers to understand the factors influencing their child’s engagement, including anxiety, stress, expectations and relationships, and works collaboratively with schools to develop a shared understanding of what may be getting in the way. Katrina does not work directly as a therapist with children; instead, she supports the adults around them to develop practical, responsive approaches that reduce distress and build a child’s capacity to return to learning.

 

With a background in nursing and occupational health, Katrina brings a holistic, systems-informed perspective to her work. She supports parents with clarity, compassion and practical strategies during what can be a complex and emotionally demanding time.

 

Katrina is also currently an advisor on a Deakin University project focused on school attendance.