Welcome
Welcome to Desert Pea Support Services – offering professional, compassionate social work support to help individuals navigate life’s challenges.
Services
All programs and services can be provided in-person (if in Whyalla, South Australia or surrounding areas) or via Zoom (Nationally).
Counselling
At Desert Pea Support Services, we offer a compassionate and person-centred counselling approach to help you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
Whether you’re experiencing stress, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or simply need a safe space to talk, we provide a supportive environment where you’ll feel heard, respected, and understood.
Together, we’ll work toward meaningful change, emotional wellbeing, and practical strategies for a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Employee Assistance and Workplace Wellbeing
We offer confidential 1:1 support for employees to navigate workplace challenges, manage stress, and maintain personal and professional wellbeing.
Through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), workers can access a safe, supportive space to explore issues such as burnout, conflict, boundaries, and resilience.
In addition to individual support, we provide tailored consultancy to organisations seeking to strengthen their culture through trauma-informed practice, staff wellbeing initiatives, and positive workplace strategies.
Professional Supervision
We provide supervision for social workers, NDIS professionals, and others in the human services field who want to strengthen their practice and nurture their professional wellbeing.
Supervision offers a safe and supportive space to reflect on your work, process challenging experiences, and stay aligned with your values and purpose.
Together, we can focus on maintaining boundaries, managing stress, building confidence, and fostering ongoing growth in your career and personal development.
Disability Support Work
Our Disability Support Work service is designed around you—your goals, interests, and what brings you joy.
We take the time to get to know what matters most to you, and together we build a personalised support plan that reflects your unique aspirations.
Whether you’re working towards more independence, community connection, or simply doing more of what you love, we’re here to help you get there.
Our team offers flexible, creative support that grows with you and adapts to your changing needs.
Hoarding and Decluttering Support
At Desert Pea Support Services, we offer compassionate, practical support for people facing the emotional and physical challenges of excess clutter, disorganisation, or hoarding disorder.
Whether you’re overwhelmed by belongings or need help to sensitively clear and organise a loved one’s home, we provide a calm, respectful and non-judgemental approach.
Together, we’ll work at your pace to create order, ease, and a sense of peace in your space — with care, understanding and dignity every step of the way.
ADHD and Autism Coaching (All Ages)
We offer specialised ADHD and Autism coaching and counselling, designed to help people of all ages understand their neurodivergent strengths, build confidence, and develop practical strategies for daily life.
Our approach is collaborative, respectful, and grounded in neuro-affirming principles — supporting you to manage challenges such as emotional regulation, social skills, communication, organisation and overwhelm.
Together, we’ll focus on self-awareness, growth, and creating a life that feels authentic and manageable.
Pricing
Please contact Kate for updated pricing information.
News & Updates
Meet Kate
Kate is a qualified social worker and a registered member of the Australian Association of Social Workers, with 15 years of diverse experience across Australia and internationally. Holding a double degree in Social Work and International Relations, Kate brings both a deep understanding of individual wellbeing and a strong grasp of broader social systems to her work.
Kate has worked across diverse settings including mental health, family wellbeing, crisis response, domestic violence, child protection, youth justice, and refugee support. She is particularly committed to working alongside Aboriginal people in culturally respectful and sensitive ways.
She has lived and worked in metropolitan, regional, and remote areas across South Australia, and is a passionate advocate for improving service access for people in country communities. Internationally, Kate has contributed to grassroots initiatives in Kenya, Cambodia, and India, focusing on human rights education, community development, and the prevention of human trafficking. She has supported local women’s organisations and helped build capacity and resilience in vulnerable communities.
She is dedicated to helping NDIS participants and their families navigate the system, build capacity, and make the most of their plans. Her warm and empathic approach is grounded in trauma-informed, person-centred and neuro-affirming approaches.
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Hi everyone!
I've been on here for quite a while and haven't written anything about me! Here are a few bits that you might like to know...
I'm a qualified social worker and a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
I have been working in the field of social worker for almost 20 years (yes I'm old), and as a qualified social worker since 2013.
I decided to go into social work when I was 21 years old. I was on a holiday to South Africa and visited a community and orphanage heavily affected by HIV/AIDS. I decided then that I wanted to dedicate my life to helping people.
I grew up in Whyalla and moved to Adelaide when I was 18 years old. I moved back to Whyalla about 4 years ago and am so happy I moved home!
I have a 2 year old Cavoodle dog called Roxy (AKA "Princess" 🥹). I included a picture of her in this post.
On weekends, I love to hang out with my kids, go to the beach, or go hiking in nature. I also love singing, dancing and going to the theatre.
My body runs on coffee - I need at least 2 to get started in the morning!
My favourite life motto is "you can do hard things"
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How lucky are we to have Jen come to Whyalla as part of her regional outreach program! 🥰🥰 ... See MoreSee Less
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