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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Northern Beaches
With over two decades of dedicated practice, I have guided hundreds of individuals and couples toward clarity, peace, and purpose through personalized psychological therapy. My approach integrates clinical expertise with warmth and sensitivity, addressing mental health, trauma, relationships, and addiction. I hold advanced qualifications including a Master of Social Work and specialized certifications in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gottman Therapy. My practice prioritizes creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel deeply understood and supported.I collaborate with clients to tailor therapeutic strategies, drawing from evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, and ACT. My commitment to holistic healing extends to accommodating Medicare rebates and private health insurance claims, ensuring accessible care. I specialize in navigating complex trauma, emotional regulation, and relationship dynamics, empowering clients to transcend limiting patterns and achieve transformative growth.
Services
Psychological Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Relationship Counseling
Mental Health Support
Addiction Counseling
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience in psychological therapy
- Specialized certifications in trauma recovery modalities
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Medicare rebates processed on-site with GP referrals
- Holistic approach integrating Western and Eastern therapeutic practices
Associations and certifications
- Registered Medicare Provider
- Approved Australian Defence Force Counsellor
- Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)
- EMDR Practitioner
- Gottman Therapy Level 2
- Inner Space Techniques Practitioner
- Member of AASW #442607
What people say
Safe space
Develop skills
Incisive and warm
Made a difference
Genuine caring
Services
Psychological Therapy
Personalized psychological therapy combining evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, and ACT to address mental health challenges. Sessions focus on emotional regulation, cognitive restructuring, and skill development for lasting behavioral change. Tailored to individual needs with emphasis on creating safe therapeutic environments for exploration and growth.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma treatment using EMDR and Somatic Experiencing techniques to resolve physiological stress responses. Addresses developmental trauma, complex PTSD, and acute traumatic events through nervous system regulation and mind-body integration. Helps clients transform traumatic memories into sources of strength and resilience.
Relationship Counseling
Gottman-based relationship therapy addressing communication breakdowns, conflict patterns, and emotional disconnection. Works with couples and individuals to improve relational dynamics through skill-building and pattern recognition. Focuses on restoring trust and fostering deeper emotional connections in various relationship contexts.
Mental Health Support
Comprehensive mental health services treating anxiety, depression, and mood disorders through holistic, trauma-informed care. Combines mindfulness practices with evidence-based interventions to improve emotional regulation. Offers practical tools for managing symptoms and building long-term psychological resilience.
Addiction Counseling
Specialized support for alcohol and drug addiction using harm reduction approaches and relapse prevention strategies. Addresses underlying trauma and emotional factors contributing to addictive behaviors. Focuses on developing healthier coping mechanisms and rebuilding personal accountability through structured therapeutic frameworks.
People
Life Inspired
Psychological Therapist
Accredited mental health social worker with 20+ years of clinical experience specializing in trauma recovery, relationship therapy, and addiction counseling. Holds advanced certifications in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Gottman Therapy. Combines Western psychological theories with Eastern mindfulness practices for holistic healing.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I integrate EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, DBT, and ACT therapies, tailoring approaches to individual needs while incorporating mindfulness and trauma-informed practices.
Do you accept Medicare or insurance patients?
Yes, I process Medicare rebates on-site with GP referrals and accept private health insurance claims for psychological services.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, conducted in-person at my Northern Beaches clinic or via secure telehealth platforms.
Can you help with relationship issues without partners attending?
Yes, I work with individuals to address relational patterns and improve communication skills even when partners aren't present for sessions.
What mental health conditions do you treat?
I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, mood disorders, and addiction-related mental health challenges.
How do you approach men's emotional challenges?
I use a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to help men understand and regulate emotions while addressing societal expectations impacting relationships.
