Catherine Kissel
Psychologist

Obesity affects many areas of life and lifestyle. It is implicated in anxiety, depression; stress disorders, substance use and relationship issues. Overeating or binge eating can be used as a coping strategy in times of stress or in order to cope with trauma or grief. Therefore when you are making significant life changes it is beneficial to include psychological support.

Individually developed interventions aimed at introducing a range of coping strategies, changing responses to old habits and providing support for maintaining new ones allows people to successfully consolidate lifestyle changes.

Catherine is a registered psychologist with a specialist interest in addictive behaviours and mental health. She graduated as a psychologist in 1983, attaining registration in 1986 and has been working in Mental Health since this time Her methods of support are primarily cognitive and behavioural and client centred with the use of motivational strategies

Contact

Catherine Kissel
Psychologist (Regd)
MA (Hons) Psychology
Cert Counselling

Appts: 09 441 2750
Tel: 027 246 1038
E-mail: catherinekissel@hotmail.com

Catherine is able to offer psychological support to those undergoing surgery.

Contact can be made both pre and post surgery and sessions are available as a one off or over time.