Kasia Koska
Kasia Koska
Clinical Psychology Registrar
What services do you offer at Scope?

At Scope, I provide therapy and assessment services for older adolescents and adults, including:

  • Therapy to manage:
    • Anxiety, depression and stress 
    • Pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum mental health including specific support tailored for autistic and neurodivergent mothers
    • Perinatal support for autistic mothers
    • Sleep issues and insomnia
    • Emotional dysregulation
    • Parenting and relational difficulties
    • Trauma and grief
    • Challenges associated with autism and ADHD
  • Neurodevelopmental assessment for:
    • Attention-deficit /  hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
    • Autism spectrum disorder (autism)
    • Intellectual developmental disorder (IDD)
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Who would benefit from seeing you?

I mostly work with new parents (and their children) who are struggling with prenatal and postpartum anxiety, depression, stress and emotional dysregulation. I also often work with insomniacs with comorbid presentations and young people with interpersonal difficulties, anxiety or depression.

        What values underpin your approach?

        My therapeutic approach blends empathy, cultural sensitivity and evidence-based practices. I’m committed to creating a supportive and non-judgemental space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings. Drawing from a diverse toolkit of therapeutic modalities, it’s important to me that I personalise my approach to each client’s unique needs and goals.

        Having lived abroad and engaged with individuals from diverse cultures, I aim to bring a depth of understanding and adaptability to my practice. I offer a nuanced and relatable approach that fosters deep connections, cultivates resilience, and facilitates meaningful progress and growth in my client’s therapeutic journey.

              What has your psychology journey looked like?

              I have a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and have worked in both private practice and public mental health services. I’ve provided evidence-based therapy to clients of all ages, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma and perinatal distress. I'm dedicated to supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and I am excited to apply my experience to support neurodivergent clients at Scope.

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              What do you find rewarding about being a psychologist?

              I always find it rewarding to witness positive change in my clients. Helping individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals is deeply satisfying. Additionally, the opportunity to build meaningful connections with individuals from diverse backgrounds and help them improve their overall wellbeing is fulfilling in itself.

               

              Why do you like working at Scope?

              I value working at Scope for the flexibility and healthy work-life balance. At Scope I can tailor my schedule to accommodate the diverse needs of my clients while also maintaining my own personal wellbeing. I also value the professional development opportunities Scope offers, and collaborating with a highly skilled and supportive team.

               

              What are some of your personal interests?
              • Mindfulness and meditation
              • Moments and adventures with my children/family
              • Hiking and exploring nature trails
              • Cooking and finding new nutritious recipes
              • Painting and craft (crochet) - when I can find the time!
              • Travelling and immersing myself in new cultures