Catherine Stokoe

Psychotherapist, PACFA

Catherine Stokoe is a qualified and highly experienced psychotherapist with over 20 years of dedicated practice in mental health and addiction recovery. Based in Mullumbimby, NSW, she brings a warm, compassionate, and effective approach to supporting individuals and families through their healing journeys.

Professional Background

Catherine has extensive experience working in both residential treatment settings and private practice. She has served as a psychotherapist at one of Australia’s leading rehabilitation centers, where she specializes in working with individuals struggling with addiction, particularly focusing on the unique challenges faced by women. Her work has highlighted the often-hidden nature of addiction and the impact of shame on recovery, bringing greater awareness to these critical issues through her writing and advocacy.

Training & Approach

Catherine’s therapeutic approach is trauma-informed with strong influences from somatic and mindfulness teachings. She has trained as a Counselor, Gestalt Psychotherapist, and Somatic Practitioner. Her practice incorporates multiple modalities including:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
• Talk therapy
• Psychoeducation
• Somatic therapy
• Cognitive approaches

Areas of Expertise

Catherine has spent two decades supporting adults and teens experiencing:

• General life stressors
• Relationship challenges
• Trauma and PTSD
• Addictions
• Eating disorders
• Mental health difficulties