Cloud Counselling

Cloud Counselling Deaf Therapist with over 20 years Mental Health experience. Offering online Clinical Counselling & Psychotherapy to Deaf/HH people in Auslan.

Specialising in Trauma, Deaf Trauma, CPTSD. Utilising EMDR Therapy and other evidence based interventions. Registered Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist
B.Couns. M.A.C.A (level 3)
AM. EMDRAA
As a Deaf Therapist, I use “behavioural forms” of therapy which are usually short-term and solution focused and a “psychodynamic approach”, a more long term therapy focusing on my client’s background-history, current life experiences, challenges, strengths, and goals. This approach helps my clients build both awareness and confidence so they can find new and more helpful ways of responding to others and challenging situations. I specialise in Trauma with extensive experience spanning across Australia and Germany. Immensely passionate about advocacy for Deaf Mental Health awareness and access. Collaborating on research to ensure knowledge is shared to make Deaf Mental Health a priority in Australia.

Deaf Mental Health - Access
25/09/2025

Deaf Mental Health - Access

Its time to look forward... National Week of Deaf People.
23/09/2025

Its time to look forward... National Week of Deaf People.

Happy National Week of Deaf People (NWDP)!
22/09/2025

Happy National Week of Deaf People (NWDP)!

A glass water bottle! Gift from the Deaf eco summit in Sydney. Absolutely love it- do you know why? I can SEE when filli...
31/08/2025

A glass water bottle! Gift from the Deaf eco summit in Sydney. Absolutely love it- do you know why? I can SEE when filling up from a water station if it is full or not.

Deaf Eco Summit - SydneyTwo powerful days of connection, inspiration, and collaboration with Deaf business owners from A...
30/08/2025

Deaf Eco Summit - Sydney

Two powerful days of connection, inspiration, and collaboration with Deaf business owners from Australia and overseas.
This Summit was more than just presentations — it was about building a stronger Deaf ecosystem where Deaf-led businesses, services, and professionals can thrive together.

The energy in the room was incredible — By Deaf, for Deaf.
Ashton Jean-Pierre - Deaf Wedding photographer - One of the top wedding photographers in the world!! Harper's Bazaar.

Deaf festival Sydney. Great to see face to face with so many Deaf from all over Australia.
30/08/2025

Deaf festival Sydney. Great to see face to face with so many Deaf from all over Australia.

27/08/2025

Did you know?

The ACA 2024 Workforce Census showed that over half of Australia’s counsellors have room to take on more clients - with capacity to support 7,600+ new clients each week.

On average, counsellors have space to see 7.2 additional clients weekly.

Among those with capacity:
✔️ 62% specialise in anxiety, stress and depression
✔️ 66% provide disability support
✔️ 62% work with neurodivergent clients
✔️ 61% focus on sexuality counselling
✔️ 59% specialise in addiction
✔️ 55% offer family violence support

There’s a strong, ready workforce available to meet growing mental health needs.

Last night I attended the University of Southern Queensland’s Thought Leadership Series: How to Think Differently About ...
21/08/2025

Last night I attended the University of Southern Queensland’s Thought Leadership Series: How to Think Differently About Mental Health.

As a Deaf Clinical Counsellor, I had the opportunity to ask questions about research into culturally and linguistically appropriate screenings and assessments for the Deaf community.
This is essential to reduce misdiagnosis and prevent pathologising Deaf people in mental health settings.

Grateful to be part of these important conversations and to see mental health professionals exploring new perspectives.

Proud to have presented at the Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference in Melbourne, Australia, this week — the prem...
19/07/2025

Proud to have presented at the Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference in Melbourne, Australia, this week — the premiere conference hosted by LOAPAC (League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues).

It was an honour to contribute to such a vital and affirming space, sharing my insights in Auslan as part of a growing movement toward inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming mental health care.

Grateful to be among so many dedicated professionals leading change in this field.

Grateful for the opportunity to present on Deaf Trauma and Systemic Barriers in Deaf Health Care, with a special focus o...
10/07/2025

Grateful for the opportunity to present on Deaf Trauma and Systemic Barriers in Deaf Health Care, with a special focus on the complexities of Autism and ADHD diagnosis within the Deaf community. I introduced the concept of "Deaf Autism" — a lens to better understand neurodivergent Deaf experiences. A deeply important and complex topic.

Feeling really honoured to receive the "Advocacy and Social Justice Award" from the Australian Counselling Association.A...
08/07/2025

Feeling really honoured to receive the "Advocacy and Social Justice Award" from the Australian Counselling Association.

As a Deaf Counsellor and Psychotherapist, advocacy has been a big part of my journey—starting in Germany and continuing here in Australia.

While I’m grateful for this recognition, I also feel a deep sense of humility. There are some very special Deaf colleagues —colleagues who have been advocating tirelessly in Australia for much longer than I have. They have paved the way, often without recognition, and I want to share this moment with them.

This award is not just about one person—it reflects the growing recognition of the importance of Deaf-led, culturally safe mental health care and the collective work we continue to do for equity and access in our profession.

Thank you to the ACA for this acknowledgment, and to my community, mentors, and peers who continue to inspire me every day.

✨ Excited to Announce! ✨I’m thrilled and deeply honoured to present at the upcoming Neurodiverse Affirming Therapy Confe...
17/06/2025

✨ Excited to Announce! ✨

I’m thrilled and deeply honoured to present at the upcoming Neurodiverse Affirming Therapy Conference in Melbourne on July 10, 2025!
As a Deaf Neurodivergent Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in trauma-focused therapy, my presentation will explore:

🎯 Deaf Trauma, Barriers to Mental Health Services, and "Deaf Autism"

"Deaf Autism" is a term I am redefining to describe the overlapping “like” traits of Autism in Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (Deaf/HH) individuals with:

• Language Deprivation Syndrome (LDS)
• Theory of Mind deficits (ToM)
• Deaf Trauma (Anderson, 2015; Karli Dettman, 2020)

A Hypothesis - This is not a genetic form of Autism but one shaped by cultural and developmental factors, sharing traits with ASD and ADHD. With early access to sign language, many of these challenges could be prevented in Deaf/HH children and Adults.

My presentation will emphasize the critical need for culturally informed assessments and collaboration with qualified Deaf Mental Health Professionals.

Together, we can better support the unique needs of the Deaf/HH community.

I can’t wait to share these insights and connect with fellow professionals at this incredible event. 🌍

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