

ABOUT
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 40 years of broad experience. I offer a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking help with their mental health. My approach is tailored to the unique needs of each client, and I am dedicated to helping them navigate through their challenges.

About Me.
Whilst experienced across the whole lifespan including with children, adolescents and families, adult males relate particularly well to me and I have extensive experience working with current and ex serving Australian Defence personnel and their families. I enjoy working with a broad range of clients. I have broad experience, am easy to talk to and highly experienced in assisting clients to enhance their lives.
I utilize evidence-based strategies to provide clients with the necessary tools and strategies to tackle life's challenges and return to a happier them or reach their potential. Some of services provided include assistance with:
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Work-related stress including PTSD issues related to first responder roles
• Adjusting to life changes and challenges
• Grief & Loss
• Substance use
• Emotional Regulation
• Relationship difficulties including parenting, conflict, trauma and general life difficulties
Therapies include,
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Acceptance Commitment Therapy
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Strengths-based approaches
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Trauma Informed Therapy
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Narrative Therapy
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Schema Therapy
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
I am gentle, sensitive and kind. I enjoy listening and am happiest when I have contributed to my client’s feeling better.
Education
1985
Bachelor of Social Work Degree, (University of Queensland)
2012
Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (Mental Health Act 2016)
2021
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, (Australian Association of Social Workers.)
