My Approach to therapy
I utilise various treatment approaches in my counselling practice, and tailor therapy to the needs of my clients. You may or may not be familiar with some of these treatments, which include: Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy, Integrative Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Behavioural Activation, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Positive Psychology.
my credentials
I have a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) (Honours) Degree from Deakin University, a Master of Counselling Degree from Swinburne University with a postgraduate specialisation in couple counselling, and a PhD (Social and Mental Health) from Deakin University. I have completed internationally accredited training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy with the Australian Centre for Emotion-Focused Therapy (ACEFT). I am also trained in suicide first aid, and in action and group work processes with Psychodrama Australia. I am currently engaged in internationally accredited training in trauma informed emotion-focused therapy for individuals with the Australian Institute for Emotion-Focused Therapy (AIEFT).
"When it comes to caring for the wellbeing of my clients, the learning never stops!"