Hey, I’m Katie.
Supporting Children, Young People & Parents with Care, Expertise & Understanding
Helping children and families navigate emotions, challenges, and neurodivergence in a neurotypical world.
Are you looking for a psychologist to support your child’s big emotions, school stress, or to help them to understand how their brain works? Or perhaps you’re a parent seeking guidance in parenting a child with anxiety, ADHD, autism, or other challenges?
At KH Psychology Services, I provide compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to each child, adolescent, and family’s unique needs.
How I Can Help
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Child & Adolescent Therapy
Helping children and teens with anxiety, emotional regulation, school challenges, trauma, and stress in a safe and supportive space.
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Parent & Caregiver Support
Empowering parents with strategies, tools, and confidence to support their child’s emotional well-being—especially when navigating neurodivergence, anxiety, and intergenerational challenges.
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Neurodiversity Affirming Diagnostic Assessments for ADHD and Autism
I provide strengths-based, neurodiversity affirming assessments that recognise ADHD and autism as a different brain style, ensuring children and families receive the understanding and support they need.
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Workshops & Professional Training
I can offer workshops on topics such as anxiety, trauma-informed care, responsive parenting, and supporting children with ADHD and autism, designed for parents, educators, and professionals.
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Clinical Supervision
Supporting psychologists and mental health professionals working with children and families through clinical supervision and consultation.
Why Choose Me?
Child & Family Focused
Over 12 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in communities, schools, mental health services, and care and protection.
Culturally Responsive
Culturally Responsive – Committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ensuring inclusive, culturally affirming support.
LGBTQ+ Friendly & Neurodiversity-Affirming
LGBTQ+ Friendly & Neurodiversity-Affirming – Creating a safe, supportive environment for all families.
Your Questions Answered
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I can work with children and adolescents (and their families) of all ages, from age 2 years up to early 20s. My work with younger children (Under 5 years) predominantly focuses on family environment and parenting support.
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I provide therapy and support for:
Anxiety and emotional regulation.
Low mood.
School-related stress and social challenges.
Neurodivergence (Autism, ADHD, OCD, specific learning differences etc.)
Parent-child relationships and attachment issues.
Childhood trauma and post-traumatic stress.
Parenting challenges and guidance.
Comprehensive assessments for mental health (for diagnostic clarification and/or understanding an individual’s needs).
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I recognise and acknowledge that all neurotypes have their own strengths, interests and support needs . My assessments and therapy focus on strengths-based support, understanding sensory needs, and helping children and families understand and embrace their unique brain style.
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Yes! While I offer in-person therapy in Christchurch, I also provide Zoom sessions for parents, caregivers, and older teens.
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I offer weekday sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, with limited after school availability.
“ As we prepare our son to go back to school, we just wanted to reach out to thank you for all you did for us last year. We can't quite believe how much we have learnt about him since you have worked with us and feel our relationship with him is so much stronger because of it. He really loved your sessions too and it has opened his eyes and mind to receiving help in the future. Thank you for all you do.”
Ready to Find Support That Fits Your Family?
Let’s talk about how I can support your child, teen, or family with compassionate, evidence-based care.
