I am honoured to be an affiliated member with several prominent institutes in my professional field, including the Australian Institute of Counselling (ACA), the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), the Counsellors Victoria Inc., the Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (ARCP), the Network of Counsellors in Private Practice (NCPP) and the Australian Community Counselling Association (ACCA). My professional accreditations include the following:
ACA Certified Individual & Group Clinical Supervisor
Level 1 Certified Focused Therapist (EFT)
Level 1 & 2 Certified Complex Trauma Therapist
Certified Anger Management Therapist
Certified Dialectical Behavioural Therapist (DBT)
Level 1Gottman Couple Therapy Certification
Level 1 Solution-Focused Couple Therapist
In addition, I have earned a PhD and Master's in Psychology and a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from institutions abroad. Although I have chosen to focus on my counselling and psychotherapy practice and not pursue my career in those fields, the invaluable knowledge and experiences gained significantly enhance my therapeutic practice. My extensive experience spans several years of working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and unique needs. Having walked in similar shoes, I genuinely empathise with your journey. My aim is to provide you with an environment where you feel acknowledged, empowered and accepted just as you are. I am here to validate your experiences and offer a confidential and trusting space that encourages you to discover new effective ways of relating with yourself and others. With a solid base in various therapeutic modalities, I am equipped to support you through any challenges you face. I firmly believe in employing evidence-based techniques, and my commitment to my clients has resulted in a proven track record of positive and effective outcomes. To stay current with the latest mental health research, I continuously engage in professional development and learning. I am deeply passionate about helping you navigate the issues that impact your life's quality. I stand committed to achieving meaningful results, particularly when working with clients facing challenging circumstances. Your well-being is my priority, and together we can journey toward healing and growth.
