About Empathetica
Our Mission
About Us
Empathetica is dedicated to supporting the helpers—those committed to the challenging work of caring for others. We recognize the emotional demands and complexities of trauma-informed practice, and we provide reflective, restorative supervision to sustain professionals throughout their careers in human services.
Our Why
Empathetica was created from a shared commitment to nurturing the wellbeing and growth of those who support others. We believe effective supervision and community are essential tools for ethical practice, professional longevity, and lasting impact.
Our purpose is to offer safe, skilled spaces for supervision—enabling professionals to reflect, remain grounded, and build confidence, so they can continue their work with clarity and compassion
Our Vision
To lead the way in supervision and professional development, transforming how organizations and practitioners care for themselves and their teams. We envision a sector where people feel connected, capable, and supported to thrive—where professional growth and emotional sustainability are central.
Our Approach
Empathetica’s supervision model combines clinical expertise with genuine human connection. Our approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and rooted in ethical practice. Whether in group or individual settings, we provide warmth, structure, and space for critical reflection.
We also collaborate with organizations to deliver tailored, cost-effective supervision solutions that enhance workforce capability and wellbeing.
Our Team
Rebecca Deer – Co-Founder
Rebecca is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker with extensive leadership experience in Violence, Abuse, and Neglect Services (VANS). Her expertise includes:
Service management and systems leadership
Clinical and student supervision
Trauma-informed practice and mental health training
Therapeutic intervention and reflective practice
Georgia Cranfield – Co-Founder
Georgia is an AASW Mental Health Social Worker with a decade of experience clinical and leadership experience in mental health, trauma and child health. Her expertise includes:
Clinical supervision for staff, teams and students
Extensive therapeutic service delivery
Developing and facilitating professional training programs
Trauma and vicarious trauma CPD