Catherine Noy, ACA
Experienced family and relationship therapist
- Relationship and family focus
- Trauma and addiction support
- Flexible online sessions
About Catherine Noy
Catherine Noy is an Australian clinician with 17 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families to address relationship strain, family conflict, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, and a range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. She combines compassion and sensitivity with a practical, goal-focused approach, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person's unique circumstances and priorities.
Catherine is registered as a Clinical Family Therapist with the Australian Association of Family Therapists (AAFT) and is a Level 4 registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) - professional registrations that reflect her standing in the field. Her practice also covers areas such as grief, self-esteem, sleep and eating difficulties, career transitions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and caregiver stress, along with support for LGBT clients and those coping with life changes.
She emphasizes respect and collaboration, believing that seeking a more fulfilling life requires courage and that therapy is a shared process. Catherine offers a supportive environment aimed at helping clients clarify goals, develop new coping strategies, and work steadily toward improved relationships and well-being. She welcomes the opportunity to meet and work with people ready to begin that process.
Catherine is registered as a Clinical Family Therapist with the Australian Association of Family Therapists (AAFT) and is a Level 4 registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) - professional registrations that reflect her standing in the field. Her practice also covers areas such as grief, self-esteem, sleep and eating difficulties, career transitions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and caregiver stress, along with support for LGBT clients and those coping with life changes.
She emphasizes respect and collaboration, believing that seeking a more fulfilling life requires courage and that therapy is a shared process. Catherine offers a supportive environment aimed at helping clients clarify goals, develop new coping strategies, and work steadily toward improved relationships and well-being. She welcomes the opportunity to meet and work with people ready to begin that process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPostpartum depressionSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Narrative Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Catherine Noy have?
Catherine Noy has 17 years of professional experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
Is Catherine Noy a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the Australian Counselling Association credential (ACA).
In which languages does Catherine Noy provide therapy?
Catherine Noy provides therapy in English.
Where is Catherine Noy located?
She is located in Australia.
How can I work with Catherine Noy as my therapist?
You can work with Catherine Noy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Catherine Noy work with international clients?
Catherine Noy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Catherine Noy cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Attachment, Emotion, and Cognitive Approaches Online
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of connection formed in relationships and helps clients understand how early bonds shape present-day reactions - this approach is useful for relationship difficulties, attachment concerns, and family dynamics. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying and reshaping emotional responses within close relationships to improve bonding and communication - it is often used for couples and intimacy issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, providing practical tools for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Catherine works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time so the plan remains relevant and effective for the individual or family.
Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to attend from home or other convenient locations. These options make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, and other commitments while maintaining a consistent therapeutic process with licensed professionals and therapists who can guide progress remotely.