As a Psychotherapist, I utilise a combination of Coaching, Mentoring, Counselling & Chaplaincy skills to help my clients:
* Overcome psychological barriers
* Process thoughts and emotions
* Take control over the mind to fight inner demons
* Recover from trauma
* Explore options and choices
* Move forward in a certain area of their life
* Improve communication skills
* Improve relationships
* Find
clarity & hope
* Gain confidence in their own, unique identity
* Step out into their God-given life
I support Youth & their families through several organisations as well as my own private practice. I am a Youth Mental Health Support Worker, an Autism Parent Coach, and a Family Contact Supervisor. I am the CEO & Founder of a Volunteer-based Youth & Family Mental Health Charity, based on the Central Coast of NSW. I'm also a Wife and a Mum of four ranging in ages from 12 to 23. MY PASSION IS HELPING PEOPLE THRIVE
I combine my Professional Experience and Qualifications, with 23 years of parenting four children (ages 12 to 23, including raising a son with autism), my Christian values, my personal experience of overcoming mental health challenges to help individuals and families overcome their mental, emotional and spiritual challenges. At the age of 6, my son, Joshua, was diagnosed with Autism. Going against the recommendation to put him on antipsychotic medication, my husband and I choose to go down the path of helping him overcome his challenges. Now at the age of 18, Josh is thriving and has pushed past all the limits and boundaries that were placed on him. You can read more about Josh's story at https://lighthousefamilysupport.com.au/joshua-s-story
In my 30’s I was diagnosed with a mental health disorder. I successfully overcame my diagnosis and now use my own success stories and life experience as motivation to help others. I have mentored and coached youth and young adults to help them overcome obstacles in their lives, many of which have gone on to achieve much more than they'd ever imagined possible. I approach my clients in a non-judgmental, caring, and authentic way. I established LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY SUPPORT, a Mental Health & Wellbeing Practice in response to the growing need for Christian-based mental health support. I am a faithful Catholic and know that although life can be hard, bringing God into our mess, always makes things better. I established CHOOSE THRIVE, a Youth and Family Mental Health & Wellbeing Charity in response to the growing need for mental health support for youth and young adults, particularly on the Central Coast. I am in the process of partnering with other organisations, and community individuals to fulfill their needs. My vision is to live in a world without mental health issues, family breakdowns and suicides. I enjoy collaborating with other people whose values and vision of the future aligns with mine. My Christian values of Faith, Family, Freedom, Community, Compassion & Truth are what drives me. I love to see people living a life of purpose, passion, and peace, seeing people be their best. I honestly believe, that given the right support, everyone has the capacity to thrive.
