Who i Work With
I support children (5 years +), teens, and adults with a wide range of needs. Every person is different, and together we work in ways that feel safe, supportive, and right for you. Some of the things I can help with include:
- Autism
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
- Tics and Tourette’s
- Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder)
- Hair Pulling (Trichotillomania)
- Phobias
- Depression
- Anxiety (including Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Social Anxiety)
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, ARFID)
- Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
- School and Learning Difficulties
Neurodiversity-affirming practice
I recognise that many neurodivergent individuals and families experience patterns, symptoms, and challenges that often co-occur with Autism, ADHD, and other forms of neurodivergence, and that these experiences are not always recognised or well understood by the wider community or by health professionals. I welcome and support these presentations and lived experiences in my practice, and I acknowledge the unique challenges they can bring.
Supporting the Whole Neurodivergent Experience
- Internalised presentations of autism and ADHD
- Masking and camouflaging
- Late or missed diagnosis, particularly in females and gender-diverse individuals
- Difficulties within traditional educational settings
- Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and the need for low-demand, flexible therapy approaches
- Carer burnout and the impact of supporting high-needs or complex-needs family members
- Gender diversity and gender exploration
- The social model of disability and its impact on neurodivergent individuals
- The double empathy problem
- The impact of cumulative trauma over time
Common co-occurring medical conditions
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and other forms of dysautonomia
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME)
- Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
- Fibromyalgia
Associated eating challenges
- Disordered eating related to sensory needs
- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
- Emotional eating
Therapy Approach
I utilise a range of different evidence-based approaches depending on each person’s needs, always aiming to work in a way that is person-centred, strengths-based, and neurodiversity-affirming. I believe it is important that therapy feels safe, supportive, and tailored to the individual.
Therapies Offered
- Animal-Assisted and Equine-Assisted Therapy
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Somatic Experiencing® (SE)
- Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
- Mindfulness & Relaxation
- Ecopsychology (Nature-Assisted Therapy)
Please note: I do not currently offer stand-alone assessments (such as autism, ADHD, or cognitive assessments) for new clients. Assessments may be offered where clinically appropriate for clients engaged in ongoing therapy.
Freedom to Move, Play, and Explore
For neurodivergent individuals, sessions are adapted to be sensory-friendly and offer a low-demand, flexible environment where clients can engage at a pace and in ways that feel right for them. This may include adjusting sounds, temperature, movement opportunities, and other sensory elements of the space. Clients are encouraged to move as they need — whether that’s engaging in big movements outdoors, spending time in nature, or remaining indoors with sensory play and quieter activities (and everything in between). Participation is always based on consent and comfort.
My goal is to create a space where every person feels safe, respected, and supported, and where therapy can be a positive and empowering experience.
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Animals are an invaluable resource in therapy, offering physiological regulation, modelling grounding and mindfulness, and providing rich opportunities for connection in a safe, non-judgemental space.
Animals act as natural mirrors for our emotions and behaviour — they respond in the moment, offering honest, non-verbal feedback that helps us increase self-awareness and explore how we relate to ourselves and others. Therapy with animals is inherently experiential — we learn not just by talking, but by doing, observing, and noticing how our interactions with animals (and with ourselves) unfold.
Animals also model healthy patterns of relationship, communication, and emotional regulation. Through working with animals, clients can explore trust, boundaries, co-regulation, and the experience of being accepted without judgment.
Animal-assisted therapy is a wonderful alternative for those who have struggled with traditional talk-based therapies, or who are seeking a different kind of therapeutic experience.
Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
CBIT is an evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals with tics and Tourette’s Syndrome learn practical strategies to manage their tics and reduce their impact on daily life.
CBIT teaches awareness of tics and the sensations that often come before them, and introduces competing responses — alternative behaviours that can help interrupt or delay the tic. It also supports clients in identifying and managing triggers such as stress, fatigue, or certain environments.
CBIT is not about eliminating tics entirely, but about giving individuals tools and choice in how they respond to their tics, with a strong emphasis on self-awareness, empowerment, and quality of life.
I offer CBIT as a gentle, supportive therapy that is always tailored to the individual — especially helpful for children, teens, and adults who want to explore ways to manage their tics in everyday life.
Somatic Experiencing® (SE)
Somatic Experiencing® (SE) is a gentle, body-based therapy designed to help people process and release stress and trauma that may be held in the body. Rather than focusing only on talking about past events, SE helps individuals tune into their physical sensations, emotions, and nervous system responses in the present moment.
This approach supports regulation, resilience, and a greater sense of safety in the body. It can be especially helpful for people who have experienced trauma, stress-related difficulties, or who find traditional talk-based therapies challenging.
Please note, Somatic Experiencing® (SE) is not currently a Medicare-funded therapy.
Professional Affiliations and Memberships
Lead the Way Institute - Therapy Dog Training and Certification
Lead the Way Institute - Therapy Dog Training and Certification
Lead the Way Institute - Therapy Dog Training and Certification
Australian Association of Psychologists inc. Member
Lead the Way Institute - Therapy Dog Training and Certification
Lead the Way Institute - Therapy Dog Training and Certification