Meet The Team

I aim to create a space where you feel at ease, cared for, and understood. At The Village Commons, we believe that it truly takes a village and that people and families thrive when they have access to resources and support within their communities.

I respect that you are the expert in your own life. My approach is transparent and collaborative, with direct, open communication that builds trust and psychological safety. Everybody has unique therapy goals and preferences, so I tailor therapy to your needs and welcome feedback along the way. I bring warmth, honesty, and a touch of humour to sessions. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with, assured that I will be focused on seeing your strengths.

How I Can Help

• Assessments for autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and personality disorders
• Individual therapy using evidence-based approaches such as:
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Play-Based Therapy
• Family support through an integrated approach drawing on Attachment Theory, Behaviour Analysis, Emotion Coaching, and Social Scaffolding

Experience

I have worked across public, private, and non-profit sectors, providing assessment, individual therapy, and group workshops in areas such as neurodiversity, trauma, disability, positive behaviour support, and suicide prevention.

Therapy offers the opportunity to pause, reflect and make sense of what has been happening for you. Whether you are experiencing emotional distress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, workplace stress, or the effects of challenging past experiences, I aim to provide a space where you feel heard, respected and supported.

My approach is warm, collaborative and trauma-informed. I recognise that many of the ways we think, feel and respond to the world are shaped by our life experiences. Together, we can explore patterns that may no longer be serving you, build on existing strengths and develop practical strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.

I have a particular interest in emotional wellbeing and trauma-informed practice, including understanding how earlier life experiences can influence relationships, self-esteem, identity, stress responses and day-to-day coping. I work at a pace that feels comfortable for you and tailor therapy to your individual goals, preferences and needs.

How I Can Help

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Play-Based Therapy
• Trauma-informed Therapy

Experience

I have worked in a range of mental health and wellbeing roles, including counselling, psychosocial support, crisis intervention, and telehealth-based care. My experience includes working with individuals and families through anxiety, emotional distress, adjustment difficulties, workplace stress, and trauma-related challenges within clinical and multidisciplinary settings.

I recognise that seeking support can feel daunting and that therapy isn’t always easy. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental, grounded in the belief that each person brings their own strengths, wisdom, and understanding of their experiences. I aim to create a safe space where we can explore challenges together, deepen self-understanding, and find ways forward that feel meaningful to you.

I have a particular interest in the relationship between physical and psychological health and its influence on wellbeing and quality of life. I am also interested in the role of nature and connection with the natural environment in supporting psychological wellbeing.

How I Can Help

I draw on person-centred therapy principles and evidence-based psychological approaches tailored to each individual’s needs, including:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)-informed strategies
• Play-based therapeutic approaches
• Creative and art-based therapeutic activities

Experience

My clinical experience includes providing psychological therapy and assessment across university psychology clinics, private practice, and public hospital settings, as well as facilitating group therapy in a private psychiatric hospital.

I have supported people experiencing a range of mental and physical health challenges, including those receiving palliative care, recovering from surgery, injury or significant medical events, and living with chronic conditions such as autoimmune disorders, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and disorders of gut–brain interaction (DGBI).

I aim to make complex ideas simple and useful, so you can take what we discuss and apply it in real life. I believe therapy should feel supportive and practical. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and grounded in real-world clinical experience.

How I Can Help

• Individual counselling using evidence-based approaches such as:
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Play-Based Therapy
• Preventative Mental Health Care that supports parents to build emotional resilience and social skills in their children, and strengthen family connections.
• Creating Practical Community Resources for families that complement therapy and make psychological concepts easy to apply in everyday life

Experience

My experience in the US healthcare system in both intensive inpatient and private practice settings gave me a unique perspective on the full spectrum of mental health care. I have used approaches like Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to support people and groups with challenges such as emotional and behavioural problems, depression, anxiety, stress, substance abuse, family situations, and neurodiversity. This experience continues to shape my work today, with care, nuance, and a focus on helping individuals and families thrive.

I operate from a deeply person-centred philosophy, viewing every individual holistically and with inherent worth. My approach is practical, nurturing, and tailored entirely to your unique needs. Together, we will translate therapeutic insights into meaningful, everyday steps that foster healing, growth, and a greater sense of peace.

How I Can Help

• Individual counselling using evidence-based, tailored approaches such as:
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Schema-Informed Therapy
  • Play-Based and Developmentally Appropriate Therapies
• Holistic Family Support that considers the whole child and their unique environment, helping parents understand early childhood development and cultivate deeper connection and harmony at home.
• Individualised and Alternative Educational Strategies designed to support diverse learning and developmental needs, ensuring therapeutic concepts are accessible and practical for daily life.

Experience

My extensive background in special education and early childhood development provides me with a profound understanding of how a child’s broader environment shapes their well-being. I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals and families navigating neurodiversity, developmental differences, and emotional or behavioural challenges. This rich experience allows me to bring a highly nuanced, holistic perspective to my clinical practice, ensuring that every client receives the individualised care and gentle guidance they need to thrive.

I place strong value on the therapeutic relationship and see counselling as a collaborative process built on trust, openness, and respect for your lived experience. I recognise that every person and family system carries its own strengths, history, and meaning, even in the midst of significant difficulty.

My practice is grounded in a trauma-informed and evidence-based approach. I have a warm, transparent, and practical style, while working alongside you to make sense of patterns, strengthen relationships, and support meaningful and sustainable change.

How I Can Help

• Individual and family counselling
• Support for people affected by family and domestic violence
• Evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing

Experience

I have worked across public and non-government services for over 11 years, supporting people experiencing complex trauma, relationship breakdown, family violence, and substance use concerns. My experience includes counselling, crisis intervention, case management and risk assessment across alcohol and other drug, family violence, child and family, and corrective services settings. I am currently completing a Master of Professional Psychology.

I believe that compassion, clear communication, and collaboration make all the difference. Alongside my administrative role, I bring hands-on experience from clinical settings and research in neuroscience, exploring how attention shapes the way we interpret the world. This blend of experience helps me approach care thoughtfully and with a strong focus on what works for real people in everyday life.

How I Support You

• Keeping things organised behind the scenes so your care feels seamless
• Creating a warm, friendly space where families and children feel comfortable
• Assisting with resources and practical tools that make support accessible and easy to use

Experience & Growth

My background spans private practice, frontline coordination, and healthcare administration. I’m passionate about making mental health support high-quality and accessible for everyone. I plan on continuing my journey by pursuing a Master of Psychology so I can keep learning and contributing to care that is respectful, empowering, and genuinely client-focused.

How I Support You

• Helping make your experience with our practice feel welcoming and straightforward
• Supporting our team so they can focus on providing great care
• Keeping the many moving parts of the practice organised and running smoothly
• Bringing kindness, patience, and a practical approach when something needs sorting out

Experience & Growth

My background includes extensive administration experience within both medical and school environments, where I have supported people from many different walks of life. Those experiences, together with what life itself has taught me, have shaped the way I approach my work: with compassion, perspective, humour, and a willingness to help.

I’m looking forward to continuing to support our clients and team while overseeing the administration and marketing, and helping The Village Commons grow into a place where people feel genuinely welcome, valued, and cared for.

How I Support You

• Providing a warm and friendly first point of contact
• Helping with appointments, enquiries, and the practical details of your visit
• Making sure information is communicated clearly and thoughtfully
• Keeping things organised behind the scenes so your experience feels as smooth as possible

Experience & Growth

My experience in customer service has taught me the importance of listening, reliability, and treating every person with respect. I value building positive relationships and being part of a team where the work we do has a meaningful impact on the people we support.

I’m continuing to grow my skills in administration and client care and enjoy contributing to an environment where people feel welcome, valued, and looked after.

I particularly enjoy finding ways to communicate ideas visually and create content that people genuinely want to watch.

How I Support The Village Commons

• Creating and producing social media content
• Photography, videography and video editing
• Helping share the knowledge, personality and work of our team with the wider community

Experience & Interests

Outside of The Village Commons, I have a strong interest in photography, filmmaking and storytelling. I also run an interview project where I meet and speak with people from different walks of life, sharing their stories and experiences through long-form interviews and short-form content.

I’m passionate about understanding people and hearing the experiences that have shaped them, and I hope to continue combining this interest with my studies in psychology and counselling and my work in creative media.

I help keep the numbers healthy, the systems running smoothly, and the practice steady as it grows.