Areas of therapeutic support
My focus is supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I believe therapy should be a space where young people feel safe, respected, and understood, and where families feel supported and included.
I use developmentally appropriate, evidence-based approaches to address a range of concerns, including:
Anxiety and worry (including generalised anxiety, social anxiety, panic and phobia)
Stress (including academic stress)
Depression and low mood
Grief and loss
School Can’t (school avoidance/refusal)
Body image
Behavioural difficulties
Emotion regulation challenges
Adjustment to life changes
Social challenges and self-esteem
Exploring sexuality as well as gender identity and expression
Parenting support
Assessments
I provide a range of comprehensive assessments that explore the unique brain styles of children and adolescents. These assessments generally include information from a variety of sources, including parent/care interview, questionnaires, standardised testing and observation of the child or young person (either in-clinic, or in their learning environments), as well as a feedback session to discuss results. At the conclusion of any assessment, you will be provided with a report which highlights your young person’s amazing strengths, and provides next steps and recommendations to support their areas of difficulty or further development. I currently provide assessments for:
Autism
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Adaptive Behaviour
Families who are seeking cognitive and educational assessments are welcome to contact to express interest.
Please note that letters and reports for legal or family law purposes are not able to be provided.
Neuroaffirming psychology
I approach therapy with a neuroaffirming perspective and a belief in the social model of disability, while acknowledging the wonderful uniqueness of neurodivergent brains.
Rather than focusing on changing the individual, I work to reduce barriers and build environments that support wellbeing, connection, and authentic expression. My role is to support young people, their families and schools to navigate challenges in a way that honours their strengths, needs, and identity.
Therapy may involve building emotional regulation, working through anxiety, identifying appropriate supports, or developing practical coping strategies. These supports are always tailored to the young person's goals and offered with respect, curiosity, and collaboration.
I also work closely with parents and caregivers to strengthen understanding, support regulation, and respond to needs in ways that are compassionate and sustainable.
Getting started
If you're considering therapy or an assessment for your child, here's how to begin:
Reach out: Contact me via email with a brief outline of your young person’s current difficulties. I’ll let you know about current availability and next steps to schedule an appointment.
GP referral: If you’d like to access Medicare rebates, book an appointment with your GP to discuss a Mental Health Treatment Plan. You can still access therapy without a referral if you prefer.
Initial appointment: In our first session, we’ll discuss your concerns, gather relevant background, and work together to create a plan that suits your young person’s goals and values.