About Catalyst Arts Therapy

Hi, my name is Kirsty Mitchell. I am an Arts Therapist, Mental Health Clinician and Career Practitioner, based on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

I am a “yes, and..." practitioner, "yes" an affirmative acceptance of what is; "and", future possibilities to create change in an emerging process. My arts approach is "no experience needed" with a focus on process. 

I integrate a diverse range of therapeutic tools that are evidence based, trauma and neuroscience informed that focus on client strengths to support you to achieve your goals. 

My areas of practice include:

- ArtsTherapy 

- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT or "tapping")

- Sensorimotor Art Therapy

- Talk Therapy

- Career Therapy, Career Counselling and Strategy

My areas of specialisation include:

- Clinical Mental Health 

- Stress, Burnout and Work Recovery

- Wellbeing in Work

- Eating Disorders

- Women 

- LGBTIQ+ 

- Multicultural Mental and Emotional Health

- I work with clients of all ages and stages 

I am a Ridiculous Optimist, Qualified Laughologist, Fairy of Delight, Amateur Baker, and a No Experience Needed Artist. I live in the Gold Coast Hinterland with my family.

I am a qualified Art Therapist (AThR), registered with ANZACATA - the Professional Association for Creative Arts Therapies in Australia, New Zealand and Asia and adhere to these ethical practice standards. 

I also am a trained specialist in Neurographica, a contemporary art practice that is dynamic and transformative, supporting clients to express themselves and create change.

Qualifications:

Masters of Mental Health Art Therapy (University of Queensland) 2022

Masters of Career Development (Edith Cowan University) - 2009

Bachelor of Psychological Science (QUT) - 2005

Qualified Laughter Leader, 2005

Certifications:

- Blue Card Working with Children Check (Qld)

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