General Paediatrician, Child and Family Psychiatrist

I am a qualified Mental Health Social Worker with over 7 years of clinical experience providing one-on-one and group therapy to individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, trauma, communication difficulties, and relationship issues. I am passionate about supporting clients to develop emotional resilience, build insight, and achieve meaningful personal growth. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, compassionate, and evidence-based. I am trained and proficient in a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, and trauma-informed counselling. I tailor my interventions to meet the unique needs of each client, working collaboratively to foster self-understanding, emotional regulation, and lasting change. I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space where individuals can feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.

“Lani” is a social worker working in Melbourne after completing her Masters in Social Work. She is passionate about supporting young people and their families through vulnerable times. With a warm, relaxed style balanced by understanding and empathy, Lani tailors therapy depending on clients’ needs and goals, emphasising a strong relationship between client and therapist. Lani brings strong advocacy skills and an empathetic approach to her work when supporting young people through unsafe or difficult experiences. She has had experience working across inpatient and outpatient settings through private and public mental health treating various mental health disorders. Lani incorporates elements of various therapeutic modalities, including Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) and mindfulness in her approach. Lani focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment where all issues and difficulties can be explored without judgement. She assists with skill practice which leads to increased self-esteem, better communication, enhanced trust, improved conflict management, healthy functioning, and more satisfying relationships with self and others.

Tara is a registered art psychotherapist and counsellor dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of children, young people, and families. She has worked across acute inpatient, outpatient, and community mental health settings, with experience providing both individual and group-based therapeutic care. Tara’s approach is collaborative, client-centred, and explorative, grounded in empathy, playfulness, and a commitment to cultivating a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. She works multimodally, integrating evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)-informed strategies to best meet each client’s needs and goals. Her practice is trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and strengths-based, recognising and respecting each client’s unique experiences and ways of understanding themselves and the world around them. Tara is passionate about the intersection of psychology and creative therapies and values the integration of verbal and non-verbal processes to support a holistic approach to mental health care. Outside of work, she is an avid op-shopper, tea drinker, and lover of the arts who enjoys keeping active and adventuring with her loved ones. Available Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday in Sunbury Clinic : 9.30am - 5.00pm - Tuesday and Friday Telehealth only : 9.30am - 5.00pm