Welcome

"Feeling real is more than existing; it is finding a way to exist as oneself" ~ Donald Winnicott

I am a registered psychologist with AHPRA in Australia and the HPCSA in South Africa. I hold a masters degree in counselling psychology and have 15+ years experience in helping people to deal with life challenges and developmental problems to optimise psychological well-being. I have experience in working with a variety of people from various cultural and social backgrounds. I work together with a client to process feelings, develop self understanding and build connections to different parts of the self. This aims to alleviate distress as well as to provide different ways of thinking, being and relating to the self and others.

The decision to start therapy may not be easy; it takes courage to face painful feelings. This is why therapists place great importance on creating a confidential and safe space for clients to express their feelings openly. My aim is to provide a safe space to help you get to know yourself with empathy and compassion. A person who enters therapy should be able to express all their emotional feelings, doubts and questions.
I offer face to face appointments in Buderim, Sunshine Coast as well as telehealth/online appointments through Zoom or Power Diary secure online platform.

Some common concerns I assist with include: 

  • Depression

  • Grief

  • Anxiety or general feelings of worry

  • Trauma

  • Low self esteem and self image

  • Autism/ADHD and neurodiversity stresses in adults

  • Stress

  • Identity concerns including gender identity

  • Difficulties in coping / adjustments

  • Difficulties in relationships

  • Workplace stress

  • Social and emotional adjustment to chronic health conditions such as HIV and Cancer

  • Immigration adjustment / cultural integration stresses

  • Adjustment to university (I worked in student counselling for over 10 years)

  • Veterans and family members through Open Arms

  • Personal growth

  • Processing trauma from sexual abuse and/or domestic violence 

  • Please note that if you are in immediate danger please contact 000 for crisis support or please call lifeline on 131114