Cathrine Musiyiwa, AASW

Compassionate social worker for families and trauma recovery

Family and trauma support
Tailored treatment plans
Video and text sessions

About Cathrine Musiyiwa

Cathrine Musiyiwa is a credentialed Australian practitioner with five years of professional experience supporting people through family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, motivation struggles, and concerns about self-esteem and confidence. She also has experience working with depression and brings a steady, compassionate presence to difficult conversations. Cathrine holds the AASW credential - the Australian Association of Social Workers - which reflects her professional standing within the field.

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping dialogue and treatment plans to fit individual needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all model. Her work emphasizes collaboration and practical steps that align with each person's goals and circumstances. Cathrine recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and offers an encouraging, nonjudgmental environment for people at different stages of change.

Whether addressing family dynamics, parenting questions, past trauma, or struggles with mood and confidence, she aims to tailor the therapeutic process to what will be most helpful for each person. Cathrine frames the first step of reaching out as an important act of self-care and affirms the decision to get started.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem Depression

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cathrine Musiyiwa have?

Cathrine Musiyiwa has five years of professional experience.

Is Cathrine Musiyiwa a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: AASW.

In which languages does Cathrine Musiyiwa provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Shona.

Where is Cathrine Musiyiwa located?

She is located in Australia.

How can I work with Cathrine Musiyiwa as my therapist?

You can work with Cathrine Musiyiwa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cathrine Musiyiwa work with international clients?

Cathrine Musiyiwa does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cathrine Musiyiwa cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Cathrine commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to guide her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and on identifying actions that align with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, low motivation, and mood concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships to improve current connections and address issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, and family conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Cathrine works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the therapy remains practical and relevant to what matters most to the individual.

Online therapy with Cathrine is designed for flexibility and accessibility. Sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter or more conversational support can occur via live chat or text-based messaging. These options allow people to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity when travel or other commitments arise, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.

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