Meet Cate (she/her)
Cate is the founder of Walking With You and has long held a strong commitment to supporting others and walking alongside people during times of challenge and uncertainty.
More than 30 years ago, Cate completed a Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation, beginning what would become a long and meaningful career as a dietitian. Over the course of three decades — including more than 20 years working within mental health settings — Cate supported a wide range of individuals, with particular experience working with people living with eating disorders and other mental health challenges.
Throughout this time, Cate undertook extensive professional development across a range of counselling and therapeutic frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Family Based Therapy. This work provided a strong foundation in recovery-oriented practice, behaviour change, and the importance of compassionate, person-centred support.
Over time, Cate became increasingly aware of significant gaps within existing service models. Many individuals were falling between systems, often feeling unheard, unsupported, or left to manage complex challenges without adequate assistance in their day-to-day lives. Despite best intentions, available care frequently did not extend into the practical realities of everyday living.
This recognition led Cate to make a considered decision to step away from traditional dietetic practice and establish Walking With You.
By transitioning into psychosocial recovery, coaching, and support, Cate is able to provide a more comprehensive, flexible, and human approach to care — one that focuses on walking alongside individuals in real-world settings, at their own pace, and in ways that genuinely support wellbeing, confidence, and hope.
Walking With You encompasses two key streams of support: one within the general disability and psychosocial recovery space, and the other focused on food freedom and non-clinical eating-related support.
At the heart of Cate’s work is a belief that recovery is not about being “fixed”, but about feeling supported, empowered, and able to build a meaningful life aligned with personal values. All support is delivered with warmth, authenticity, and respect, guided by empathy, compassion, and many years of professional experience.