Dr Katie Thompson is a Clinical Psychologist and Psychologist based in Paddington, Brisbane. You’ll find the practice at 17 Guthrie Street, Paddington QLD 4064. Dr Thompson works with people who want practical support for day-to-day mental health, not just quick tips. Sessions are usually set up so you can talk things through at your own pace.
Most people see Dr Thompson for things like anxiety and depression. At times, stress can build up slowly, and you might notice it in your sleep, your mood, or how you handle work and family life. Dr Thompson also helps with stress management, using strategies that are realistic for normal busy schedules. If you’re not sure what’s going on, that’s okay too—screening and early checks can help sort out what might be happening.
Individual counselling sessions are the main focus. This means it’s just you (and Dr Thompson) in the room. The aim is to understand what’s been affecting you and what you want to change. Over time, many people find it helpful to look at patterns—like the thoughts that pop up when you’re under pressure, or the way you react when you’re feeling overwhelmed.
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, is one of Dr Thompson’s key tools. CBT is often used for anxiety and low mood, and it can also help when life feels stuck or hard to move through. In many cases, it involves working on how you think, what you do, and how you cope in tough moments. Dr Thompson may also use anxiety and depression screening to get a clearer picture, especially when symptoms are new, changing, or hard to explain.
In terms of experience, Dr Thompson’s day-to-day work includes individual counselling, CBT based support, and practical stress management techniques. Education-wise, she works from a psychology training background and uses evidence-informed approaches in sessions. If you’re looking for a calm, steady place to talk things over, Dr Thompson can help you find a starting point and build from there.