About.
I work with adults and young people (aged 16 and over). I have a particular interest in working with people experiencing problems with their relationships (not just with intimate partners). I am interested in how our early attachments and experiences shape our relationships across the lifespan.
I also enjoy working with people adjusting to life in the context of critical illness or injury. Outside of private practice, I work in an acute hospital setting, and I am passionate about supporting people following a hospital admission (including intensive care). I support both patients and their loved ones. I am registered with the TAC.
I also work with people experiencing sadness and low mood, worry and anxiety, stress, grief and loss, parenting issues, problems with anger, difficulty adjusting to change, sports performance, and problems with perfectionism and self-criticism.
People come to therapy for lots of different reasons. You do not need to have a diagnosed mental disorder to schedule an appointment.
I value an evidence-based, relational, and collaborative approach to therapy. My work incorporates aspects of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and other empirically-supported frameworks.
FAQ.
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At your first appointment, we will discuss your reasons for seeking therapy. I will also ask you questions about yourself (your early life, your family, and other important relationships and experiences). This helps me to understand you, and helps me to plan how I can assist you. This initial assessment can take 1-3 sessions.
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Please bring your referral and Mental Health Care Plan (if you have one). You are most welcome to send this prior to your first appointment.
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No. A referral enables you to access Medicare rebates, but you do not need one to see a psychologist.
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Yes. Online consultations are available via Zoom. I consult in-person in Windsor on Mondays and Fridays, but Zoom is always an option if this is more convenient for you.