Hawthorn
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Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW

Kate Jurgens

Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW (she, her)

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1 Wemyss Avenue, Fax 08 8330 6102, Hawthorn, SA 5062
(08) 7008 9037
Let's Connect (08) 7008 9037
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I am a specialist grief and bereavement counsellor. I support people to adapt to a significant change in their life following someone close dying. If you are experiencing grief and feel confused, stuck or overwhelmed, call me. I provide a non-judgemental and skilful space that is necessary for positive change. My role is to facilitate this with empathic listening and reflective inquiry. I guide people to create a healing pathway forward. Medicare Rebates apply with a GP referral. If you hold a white or gold card, sessions are available without cost with a GP referral under the DVA program.
As specialist grief counsellor, I have a depth and breadth of knowledge that enables me to be with you through the pain and struggle around someone dying. I coach people to build coping skills, address unresolved issues, and find a new kind of strength. I draw on my yoga and mindfulness qualifications to support people to adapt to their grief.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to discuss how I may be able to assist. My goal is to assist you in building a sense of confidence and reclaiming your personal well-being and optimism about the future. Please note, I may suggest other practitioners for concerns that do not fit with my specialist bereavement counselling.
Call or Kate Jurgens now for a free 15 minute consultation - (08) 7008 9037

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Adaptive Grief Counselling

1 Wemyss Avenue

Fax 08 8330 6102

Hawthorn, SA 5062 map

 (08) 7008 9037

17 Alexandrina Road

Mount Barker, SA 5251 map
I offer sessions at Hawthorn/Mitcham and Mt Barker. Let's talk to see how we can work together.
I focus on Grief, Life Transitions and Grief 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (08) 7008 9037
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Adaptive Grief Counselling

1 Wemyss Avenue

Fax 08 8330 6102

Hawthorn, SA 5062 map

 (08) 7008 9037

17 Alexandrina Road

Mount Barker, SA 5251 map
I offer sessions at Hawthorn/Mitcham and Mt Barker. Let's talk to see how we can work together.
I focus on Grief, Life Transitions and Grief 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Couple Sessions $250

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Bupa
  • Defence Health
  • Doctors Health
  • DVA Gold/White Cards
  • HCF
  • Medicare Rebates
  • Teachers Health
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Full payment is appreciated and expected at each appointment. Medicare rebates may apply with a GP referral. Receipts provided as needed. Please note that late cancellations or non attendance will attract a fee.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037
"
Full payment is appreciated and expected at each appointment. Medicare rebates may apply with a GP referral. Receipts provided as needed. Please note that late cancellations or non attendance will attract a fee.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Kate Jurgens

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 27 years
  • Psychology, Social Work, Psycho-oncology, BA (psych) BSW , Graduated 1998

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Flnders University in Medicine and Public Health - Family Carers and Bereavement (PhD) PhD / 2023
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I have been working in the field of grief for over 25 years, focussing on sudden or traumatic loss, family carers, and palliative care.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037
"
I have been working in the field of grief for over 25 years, focussing on sudden or traumatic loss, family carers, and palliative care.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Grief

Practice Areas

  • Anxiety
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • LGBTQ+
  • Stress
  • Trauma
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The main focus of my work with people is to understand what is occurring and the reasons for struggle. During our initial sessions, we delve into relevant life experiences and the ways of relating to one's self that typically create distress. Most of the people I support describe significant improvement within in a few sessions and report they are feeling better and more positive about their life.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037
"
The main focus of my work with people is to understand what is occurring and the reasons for struggle. During our initial sessions, we delve into relevant life experiences and the ways of relating to one's self that typically create distress. Most of the people I support describe significant improvement within in a few sessions and report they are feeling better and more positive about their life.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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While I am trained in and draw on multiple modalities, my main focus is you and your story. Once you have felt heard, and we can define your goal, we then collaborate to create the path forward. This will often involve working with the felt senses to help manage our thoughts and responses. Developing insight into what holds you back, and how this can be changed, frees you to return to living.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037
"
While I am trained in and draw on multiple modalities, my main focus is you and your story. Once you have felt heard, and we can define your goal, we then collaborate to create the path forward. This will often involve working with the felt senses to help manage our thoughts and responses. Developing insight into what holds you back, and how this can be changed, frees you to return to living.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9037

Location

Primary Location

Adaptive Grief Counselling

1 Wemyss Avenue

Fax 08 8330 6102

Hawthorn, SA 5062

(08) 7008 9037

Email me

My website

Additional Location

17 Alexandrina Road

Mount Barker, SA 5251

(08) 7008 9037

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

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I offer sessions at Hawthorn/Mitcham and Mt Barker. Let's talk to see how we can work together.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call for a free consultation now - (08) 7008 9037
"
I offer sessions at Hawthorn/Mitcham and Mt Barker. Let's talk to see how we can work together.
Photo of Kate Jurgens, Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
Call for a free consultation now - (08) 7008 9037