I provide therapy and assessment services for school-aged children, adolescents and adults, including:
- Therapy to manage:
- Anxiety, depression and stress
- Challenges associated with intellectual developmental disorder and learning disorders
- Challenges associated with autism and ADHD
- Social and emotional difficulties, including bullying, school refusal and selective mutism
- Mental wellness in the context of chronic health conditions
- Neurodevelopmental assessment for
- Specific learning disorders
- Attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Autism spectrum disorder (autism) - youth only
I mostly work with individuals who identify as ADHD and/or autistic, who have learning disorders and/or an intellectual developmental disorder. I am a neurodiversity affirming psychologist with lived experience. Often, my clients experience difficulties with emotional regulation, anxiety, low mood, as well as different ways of processing information, socialising and learning.
I have studied a Bachelor of psychological science (hons.) and a Master of professional psychology, with experience working in a school and private practice as a provisional psychologist. At Scope, I have a great deal of experience performing therapy and assessment with children and adolescents. However, I also enjoy working with adults and am interested in providing more assessment for adults in the future.
I value being able to provide a non-judgemental, accepting and safe space for clients to express themselves. My approach is both collaborative and evidence-based, working with clients and using evidence-based techniques, such as CBT, DBT and ACT. As a neurodivergent practitioner, I particularly value the opportunity to work with neurodivergent clients, and believe that I can bring a certain level of understanding and insight into their experiences.
The most rewarding part about being a psychologist is being able to make an impact on the lives of others, and seeing the progress that clients make on their journey.
Scope is a wonderful place to work! My work schedule is very flexible, the team are all amazing, and I am given the autonomy to direct my own learning and professional development.
I love gardening—though I only have a balcony, I try to make the most of it. Being outdoors is always relaxing, and I enjoy the mindfulness that comes with gardening. I also enjoy crafting—sewing, crocheting and knitting. Crafting allows me to explore my creativity, focus on a mindful task, and each time I finish a piece, I get a fantastic sense of accomplishment!