About Us
Welcome to our educational institute dedicated to the study of neuroscience, brain, body, and behavior, with a focus on mental health and trauma. At the Brain Body Behaviour Institute we are committed to empowering teachers, all educational staff, social workers, psychologists, clinicians and families with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of mental health and trauma.
Our institute offers curriculum that covers a wide range of topics in neuroscience, including the impact of mental health and trauma on brain function and behavior. Our courses provide the latest research and practical knowledge on these crucial areas to support and promote mental wellbeing.
We understand the challenges faced by teachers, all school staff, social workers, psychologists, clinicians and families in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma or are dealing with mental health issues. That is why our courses are designed to provide practical, evidence-based strategies to effectively manage and address these challenges.
Our Institute founder Katrina Cavanough is a highly experienced and dedicated professional with 30 years experience, who is committed to advancing the field of neuroscience and mental health. The team at the institute are passionate about sharing our expertise with teachers, school staff, social workers, psychologists, clinicians and families to improve the lives of those affected by mental health and trauma.
Whether you are a teacher seeking to enhance your curriculum and own wellbeing, a social worker, psychologist or a clinician seeking to deepen your understanding of the brain body behaviour continuum, a family member looking to better support their child / teen or a loved one, or an individual just needing to help yourself; our institute has something to offer. We invite you to join our community of learners and explore the fascinating world of neuroscience and its impact on mental health and trauma.
“Our mission is to reduce the suicide rate, increase mental wellness and help people to simply have happier and more peaceful lives.”
- Katrina Cavanough
Founder of the Brain Body Behaviour Institute
According to Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, a leading expert in trauma and mental health, understanding how the brain processes traumatic experiences is key to developing effective treatments that can help individuals rebuild their capacity to engage in positive behaviors and form healthy relationships.
— The Body Keeps Score, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
Brain Body Behaviour Institute Founder
Katrina Cavanough AMHSW BSWBSocSc has 30 years’ experience in the human service industry and has specialised as a relationship, grief & trauma therapist. She is the Chief Empathy Officer of a movement Kindness On Purpose. Katrina is a management coach and clinical consultant in her field. She is an accredited mental health care social worker who is eligible to provide care under the Australian Medicare Scheme with a referral from your GP.
Katrina holds two university degrees (BSWBSocSc) in the field of trauma, relationships and human behavior. Katrina has worked as a Relationship Therapist, Child & Family Therapist, and Drug & Alcohol Clinician. She has worked as the Service Manager of a Forensic Drug & Alcohol Program and as a front-line social worker in a busy emergency department. These years of services have given her expertise with trauma, relationships, psychological trauma, death and grief.
As the CEO of Kindness On Purpose Katrina has been seen on Studio 10, The Channel 10 National NEWS, regional news and radio. Her work with Kindness On Purpose was shared with over 6 million followers when Prince EA, is an American rapper, spoken word artist, music video director and rights activist from St Louis, Missouri; took an interest in her work.
In the alternative side of her work; Katrina has worked extensively in the media. She is a published author with Allen and Unwin, and has contributed to Simple Reminders - inspiration for living your best life with Bryant McGill; which became a USA Today and Wall Street Journal Bestseller. Katrina's relaxation meditations for children from the Kindness On Purpose program have been featured on the BBDH channel on Virgin airlines In flight entertainment and her Meditation CD for children - Happy Little Hearts is distributed internationally.
Katrina Cavanough
AMHSWBSWBSocSc