Footscray Team

Person-centred care is the guiding principle that governs my work as a psychologist. My style of practice is quite dynamic, which means that I take guidance from you about how you want your treatment and sessions to be structured. I will work with you to understand your unique concerns and goals for therapy.

I belive that building a safe and non judgmental space is integral to therapy. Our initial focus will most likely be building your insight and helping you to understand the unhelpful patterns that impact your daily life and cause you emotional, behavioural or relationship problems. Drawing on this understanding, I will support you to develop practical skills to help deal with your difficulties and increase your psychological wellbeing.

I have experience working with people of all age groups from 16+ but primarily work with adults, focusing on younger adults. I also provide couples therapy using a Schema Therapy approach.

I have am also a Board Approved Supervisor and offer clinical supervision to provisionally and generally registered psychologists. I also offer primary and secondary supervision to psychologists completing the Clinical Psychology Registrar program.

An integral part of my approach is creating a safe and supportive therapeutic space centered around acceptance, curiosity and flexibility. I value understanding your unique story and how I can tailor my approach to best support you towards your goals. Our initial sessions will likely involve building awareness and insight into the patterns that have been keeping you stuck. This allows us to develop mental skills that help you manage these patterns more effectively, and overcome barriers to do more of what matters to you.

With my background in sports and performance psychology, I offer experience working with high-performers to improve their performance under pressure and discover their true potential. I particularly enjoy working with young people and adults to create meaningful change in their lives.

A strong therapeutic relationship is an essential foundation for improving psychological well-being. My aim is to create a space that is comfortable, welcoming, and trauma-informed so you can feel safe discussing your needs openly.

Our first session is primarily dedicated to getting to know each other. I dedicate this time to actively listening to your thoughts, emotions, stories, and concerns, which helps us paint a clear picture and gain insight into what brought you here. From there, we work collaboratively to define the goals we want to focus on. I offer a diverse and integrated approach, drawing on many different therapies to meticulously tailor treatment to what you are aiming to address.

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy going to music gigs, visiting farmers markets, and taking my border collie to the beach.

I am a clinical psychology registrar committed to building strong, authentic therapeutic relationships, recognising that meaningful change begins with feeling genuinely understood and supported. My approach is grounded in collaboration, warmth, and curiosity, creating a space where you can explore your experiences safely and at your own pace. 

A large focus of my approach is developing a shared formulation, being an understanding of what you're currently experiencing, factors that may have shaped these and understanding what may be keeping them going. Formulations can help to guide our sessions and ensure that your goals remain at the centre of our work together, while drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT and Schema therapy approaches. 

I have experience supporting people across the lifespan and have a particular interest in supporting young people and young adults. Whether you’re seeking a greater understanding of yourself, coping strategies or specific interventions, my aim is to work alongside you to create meaningful and sustainable change. 

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I am a clinical psychology registrar with several years of experience as a general psychologist in Melbourne. My professional background includes working with young people and adults across primary health care, tertiary education, and community psychology settings, providing both individual and group therapy. I have been a full member of the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy Association Australia (EMDRA) since 2020, and am passionate about this modality of therapy, amongst a range of others.

I endeavour to build a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, which supports a collaborative approach to understanding and working on issues in a meaningful way. Gaining a sense of a client’s therapy goals is something I prioritize on in initial sessions, to help provide a sense of direction with therapy as it progresses.

I work with adults across the lifespan experiencing a range of concerns, including depression, life transitions, grief and loss, managing the emotional impact of chronic pain, and stress. I also have a special interest in supporting individuals with anxiety-related difficulties, including health anxiety, phobias, generalised anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

I am a psychologist who works with adolescents and adults experiencing a range of emotional, behavioural, and mental health difficulties. I have experience supporting individuals, across the lifespan, within community, forensic, paediatric, and healthcare settings and have worked with people presenting with concerns including anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma-related difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, substance use concerns, life transitions, and behavioural difficulties.

My approach to therapy is flexible and tailored to the individual. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and work collaboratively with clients to understand their experiences, identify goals, and develop strategies that support change. I value creating a therapeutic space where people feel comfortable showing up as themselves and where challenges can be explored openly, safely, and without judgement.

I recognise that reaching out for support can feel like a significant step. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is an important part of my work, and I aim to create an environment where clients feel supported while building insight, strengthening existing skills, and developing new ways of responding to challenges.

I draw on evidence-based approaches and adapt therapy to each person's individual needs, strengths, and goals to support meaningful and lasting change.

I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming at times. I aim to build a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel safe, heard, and supported during the therapy process, and focus on helping clients develop insight, build skills, and feel more confident managing the challenges they are facing.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of presentations including difficulties with emotion regulation, challenging behaviours and trauma, as well as neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD and autism. I have a particular interest in neurodiversity, including how ADHD and autism can present differently in women and impact identification, support, and treatment, and the relationship between neurodiversity and trauma.

I am also passionate about supporting parents and families through education, strategies and family sessions to help foster positive child and family wellbeing and improve day to day functioning.

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I have worked with individuals across the lifespan in a variety of settings, including primary and secondary schools, tertiary education, private practice and research settings. I see my role as helping clients make sense of patterns, explore emotional needs, and support meaningful change at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. By creating a warm and respectful space where clients can experience felt safety, meaningful growth can naturally unfold through relational healing. In my work with children, I utilise an eclectic mix of play and other evidence based therapeutic approaches to suit various developmental stages.

I am deeply aware of how cultural values such as achievement, emotional restraint, respect for authority, and collectivism can shape how individuals relate to themselves and others. While these values can be meaningful strengths, they make it difficult for people to express vulnerability or prioritise their own emotional needs. This has shaped my desire to create a therapeutic space grounded in psychological and relational safety, where clients feel understood and able to explore their experiences without judgment.

Outside of work, I enjoy exploring Melbourne’s food scene and am an active member of my local Muay Thai gym.

Early sessions focus on getting to know you, understanding what has brought you to therapy and clarifying what you would like to work towards. From there, therapy is shaped together with a focus on what is most helpful. At times this may involve developing specific skills or strategies. Other times, the focus may be on reflection, insight, and making sense of patterns over time.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults across a range of challenges. My work often focuses on difficulties related to emotional regulation, stress, relationships, and navigating periods of change. These concerns can present differently across developmental stages and life contexts, including for boys and men.

My aim is to provide a respectful, non-judgemental space where people feel able to speak openly. I value collaboration, clarity, and honesty, and see the therapeutic relationship as central to meaningful and sustainable change.

I’m a registered psychologist with over seven years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges and nurture positive mental health and wellbeing. I am passionate about creating a safe and empowering therapeutic space—where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you work toward meaningful change in your life. My approach is collaborative and person‑centred, integrating evidence‑based practices to tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals. In our initial sessions, we’ll focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship, clarifying what matters most to you, and co‑creating a plan that feels relevant and achievable. Whether your focus is emotional wellbeing, developing healthier coping strategies, healing from past experiences, strengthening relationships, enhancing self‑understanding, making positive lifestyle changes, or creating a more balanced and fulfilling life, I am committed to supporting you with compassion, genuine care, and clinical expertise.

I am trained and experienced in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behaviour therapy. Regardless, I understand that one size does not fit all, so I use an individualised approach to therapy that is guided by your unique needs and goals. To begin with, we will gain a shared understanding of the issues that have led you to therapy. Then, I will support you to develop skills that help you navigate those issues and move closer to the outcomes you are seeking.

I have previously worked in various private and public mental health services including inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. I have also held roles in research and education. I have experience working with people across the lifespan, including children/parents, adolescents, and adults.