Trauma Support Providers

Professional Biography

I am a Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist. I received my Masters from Melbourne University and have completed advanced training in Mindfulness, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. My approach is person-centred and evidence-based. I use an eclectic and engaging approach with adults and children based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Mindfulness. I offer a range of therapeutic interventions including:
• Cognitive behavioural therapy
• Mindfulness
• Social skills training
• Problem-solving
• Anger management/emotional regulation
• Play Therapy
• Stress management
• Parenting skills
• Interpersonal therapy
• Group work
• Psychoeducation
• Relaxation strategies

I have 12 years of counselling experience and I run my own counselling practise in St Kilda. I also work across 10 schools in the South East region of Melbourne. Schools utilise my specialist skills for children and families who require extra supports to thrive at home and school.

Area of Focus:

Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Developmental disorders
Emotional abuse
Family Therapy
Intellectual Disabilities
Learning Disabilities
LGBTI issues
Life Coaching
Panic Disorders
Parenting
Pastoral care
Personal Development
Personality disorders
Psychotherapy
Relaxation training

Modalities:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Positive Psychology
Psychotherapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Patient Focus:

Children
Teenagers
Adults

Languages Spoken:

English
Russian

Services:

Group Sessions
Home Visits
Online consultations
School Visits

Education:

Batchelor of Arts (Melbourne University). Postgraduate Master Degree in Clinical Social Work (Melbourne University)
Accreditations

Advanced training in Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Certifications

Advanced training in Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Client Types

• Child
• Adolescent
• Adult
• Couple
• Family
• Groups
• LGBTIQ