Judith Clark
My name is Judith Clark. I am a Mental Health Social Worker & Supervisor, as well as a Clinical Counsellor. I can help you to deal with the challenges you face in life and will provide tailored, evidenced-based interventions to meet your individual needs, in order to achieve your goals. I will listen and support you in a way that resonates with you.
I studied at the University of Canberra, completing a Bachelor of Community Education, majoring in Community Counselling and Community Education. I completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Community Counselling; a Masters in Social Work (Professional Qualifier) Degree at the Charles Sturt University, Wagga; Drug & Alcohol qualifications; and I am a trained teacher in Mindful Self-Compassion.
My career began working mainly in trauma. I have attended numerous conferences & workshops relating to trauma, developing my professional knowledge further. I have years of experience working with trauma, substance use and sexual abuse. I have worked with some of our most vulnerable people who live within the community. This has contributed to my experience and given me a greater understanding of the needs of the people I work with.
I believe Self-Compassion is a component missing in our society. I incorporate Self-Compassion into my daily practice and provide courses in Mindful Self-Compassion.
I have a wide range of knowledge and skills which I am constantly updating to provide the best support for clients. I have worked in government and non-government sectors before moving to private practice. I have also worked, and continue to do so, in the community as a volunteer for many years.
I give back to the profession by providing supervision for a variety of therapists. I have completed studies through the AASW in supervision. I offer benefits to supervisees drawn from my depth of experience.
Kathryn Cripps
In collaboration with Judith Clark, I co-founded KJCompassion. This was driven by my passion for assisting people to achieve transformative change in their lives as well as alleviating emotional distress. My therapeutic approach is working eclectically, drawing from a wide range of therapies and within a trauma framework.
I have over 20 years of clinical practice as a therapist working within the community, government, and private sectors. I work with adults, young people, and children, all within a culturally appropriate framework. My clinical experience as a therapist includes drug and alcohol counselling; trauma therapy; working with survivors of sexual abuse; as well as domestic and family abuse; general counselling; facilitating a variety of groups, and telephone counselling.
Prior to this, I worked within the justice system which provided me with insights into the complexities of childhood derived trauma. I have a particular interest in trauma and have pursued extensive training, completed many specific workshops, and attended many conferences in this area.
In my earlier career I was involved in scientific research, working in hospitals, research institutions and medical schools. This knowledge assists me to provide a very holistic approach to therapy. I am dedicated to staying informed with advancements and breakthroughs in this field, fuelled by my passion for continuous learning. I have a great deal of experience working with people suffering with a wide range of presentations including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; as well as Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; anxiety; panic attacks; phobias; depression; and shame. Life transitions and adjustment issues. Addictions, relationship issues and co-dependency, coping skills, anger, stress management, self-esteem issues, and relaxation issues.
I have post graduate qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy; a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science; Drug and Alcohol qualifications; I am a trained Mediator; a qualified Trainer and Assessor and qualified in Critical Incident Stress Management. I am a trained teacher in Mindful-Self-Compassion.
I have worked across a substantial array of settings and bring a wealth of knowledge and professional experience to my work. I am a warm, compassionate, and client centered therapist. I am dedicated to helping clients find and build on their strengths, build their own toolbox of strategies, and I provide support and encouragement to reach their goals.
Judith and Kathryn invite you to allow us to assist you in your journey of recovery, discovery, and finding your true self in order to reach your full potential. We do this by providing a wide range of evidence-based therapies depending on the need.
All therapy is undertaken with an awareness of being trauma informed.
Qualification & Licenses
- Kathryn Cripps is a Clinical Registrant: Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). Registration Member Number: 25767
- Police Health and Emergency Services Health Fund: PC25767T
- St Luke’s Health, GMHBA, Westfund, Phoenix Health, CUA Health, AIA Health, and Teachers Union Health: PC25767T
- BUPA Provider Number J001848: Medibank A161943B
- Judith Clark is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), Registration Member Number: 475123. Medicare Provider Number: 5987471F
- Clinical Registrant: Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). Registration Member Number: 24001
- Police Health and Emergency Services Health Fund: PC24001T
- St Luke’s Health, GMHBA, Westfund, Phoenix Health, CUA Health, AIA Health, and Teachers Union Health: PC24001T
- BUPA Provider Number J000015: Medibank A051265H
KJCompassion: ABN No: 94267586771
