Our People

Katie Garner

Registered Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologists Board
Member of the NZ Psychologists Society

Languages

English

Qualifications

• Post Graduate Diploma in Health Psychology (University of Auckland)
• Master of Health Psychology (First class hons) (University of Auckland)
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology (University of Auckland)

General Information and Work History

Katie Garner is a Health Psychologist working with adolescents and adults navigating a wide range of health and life challenges. Her clinical experience spans diabetes, women’s health, rehabilitation, and trauma.

Known for her warm, compassionate approach, Katie is committed to building collaborative therapeutic relationships that support meaningful, long-term change. Katie is passionate about empowering her clients with practical tools and strategies to build resilience and support ongoing wellbeing. She thoughtfully tailors each therapeutic approach to suit the unique needs of her clients.

Areas of Interest

Katie provides evidence-based treatment using a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). She has supported adolescents and adults living with anxiety, PTSD, adjustment to illness, adjustment following stressful incidents/trauma, depression, sleep, and pain management.