Welcome
"Feeling real is more than existing; it is finding a way to exist as oneself" ~ Donald Winnicott
Some common concerns I assist with include:
Depression (which includes feelings of sadness, hopelessness and loss of pleasure)
Grief
Anxiety or general feelings of worry
Trauma
Low self esteem and self image
Autism/ADHD and neurodiversity in adults
Stress
Gender identity concerns
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
Personal growth
Processing trauma from sexual abuse and/or domestic violence
Please note that if you are in immediate danger please contact 000 or for crisis support or please call lifeline on 131114
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 / Power Diary secure online platform.