Joanne McIntyre Occupational Therapist

Joanne is a Clinical Occupational Therapist; who completed a Master's in Psychology. Was accepted into the PhD program at La Trobe University. She is the Clinical Director at Integrated Listening Australia offering training/support in Polyvagal Theory and the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). Practising for over 30 years. Specialty in neurotechnologies such as biofeedback, Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), iLs Focus System, and Sensory-Motor Integration. Certified in Neurofeedback, EMDR, and Advanced iLs Pro-System trained. Trained in Equine Assisted Mental Health. Joanne has worked with children and adults with ASD, ADHD, neurological conditions, autoimmune, and mental health challenges including anxiety, Depression, and PTSD. Joanne supports clients via Telehealth and at her farm in Korumburra, Gippsland, Victoria. Provides clinical supervision and training in Australia and New Zealand for the Safe and Sound Protocol, Focus System, and Polyvagal Theory. Joanne is dedicated to providing individualized evidence-based mental health and wellness services. She integrates cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based therapeutic approaches to improve brain and body health. Her approach is informed by neuroscience and based on Polyvagal Theory. Polyvagal Practice employs a bottom-up approach to calm the nervous system and in doing so foster self-awareness, resilience, improved cognitive processing, and wellness.