Therapy to me is an act of coming home. It’s about returning to parts of ourselves that may have been forgotten, silenced, or set aside in order to survive. It is a gentle re-inhabiting of our inner world, where we learn to recognise our own voice, feel safe in our emotions, and belong to ourselves again. It is not about becoming someone new, but rather connecting with who we have always been and allowing ourself to take up space with honesty and care.

My therapeutic style is collaborative, warm, and client-led. I am committed to providing a neurodiversity-affirming and gender-affirming space where people feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard. I see therapy as a partnership, grounded in trust and curiosity, where your experiences and goals guide the work we do together.

I am passionate about meeting each person exactly where they are, without judgement, and supporting them as they move towards becoming the version of themselves they most wish to be. I strongly believe in a strengths-based approach and I work to help people recognise and draw upon their existing abilities, values, and resilience. From this perspective, I believe every person is capable of healing, thriving, and experiencing happiness.

I have a special interest in working with autistic and other neurodivergent individuals. This includes exploring and embracing neurodivergent identity, developing new ways of coping and thriving, and finding practical strategies to manage co-occurring challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, or the impacts of complex trauma. Through my PhD research in autism and OCD, I bring a strong understanding of differential diagnosis and the nuanced differences between adaptive, helpful ways of coping and those that may be unhelpful and need a bit of extra support. I also support people with emotional and behavioural challenges, as well as those navigating burnout, exhaustion, or distress related to masking.

I bring over 10 years of experience working within the disability and neurodiversity sectors across educational, residential, and clinical settings, supporting both children and adults with a wide range of needs. I also have training in person-centred positive behaviour support, which informs my compassionate, respectful, and collaborative way of working.

My therapeutic approach is integrative and flexible, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Schema Therapy. I tailor therapy to each person, choosing approaches that best align with their needs, preferences, and what resonates most for them.

I am currently accepting new referrals for therapy with both adults and young people. I also offer cognitive and diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD for people wishing to explore these identities and access additional support. I have a strong background and understanding of the NDIS and can assist clients in navigating this process where needed.