Maria Allen Social Worker

Maria Allen Taigum, Queensland, 4018

Overview

I am a registered social worker with the AASW, bringing over 16 years of experience in the domestic violence and sexual assault sector. My journey has encompassed roles in crisis intervention, counseling, and team leadership, all driven by a passion for reshaping societal perspectives on these critical issues. I am deeply committed to fostering understanding around the enduring impacts of trauma through an intersectional lens. My focus on advocacy, education, safety, and empowerment aims to create meaningful change in communities and promote healing for those affected by trauma. As a lifelong learner, I continuously seek new knowledge and skills to better serve my clients and the community. I look forward to partnering with you on your path to clarity and growth.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Bachelor of Social Work

Accreditations

  • AASW Accredited Family Violence
  • AASW Acredited Social Worker

Certifications

  • Certificate Red Rose Foundation - High Risk High Harm Domestic Violence Training
  • Practice Guidelines for Treatment of Complex Trauma and Trauma Informed Care
  • Currently completing Masters of Counselling

Fees/Services

  • CounsellingA$110.00
  • Professional SupervisionA$130.00

Working Hours

This Week

Monday:9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday:9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday:9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday:9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday:9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Specialisation and Services

Area of Focus

  • Anxiety
  • Counselling
  • Panic Attacks
  • Physical Abuse
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Supervision
  • Trauma
  • Depression
  • Stress
  • Parenting
  • Schema Therapy

Modalities

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Mindfulness
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychoeducation
  • Psychotherapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Humanistic

Patient Focus

  • Women
  • Teenagers
  • Culturally and linguistically diverse communities

Languages Spoken

  • English

Services

  • Online consultations
  • Home Visits