Andrea Perez is counsellor with a social work background and extensive experience in domestic violence and child protection, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families impacted by trauma and abuse. I am passionate about supporting those who have experienced violence, providing a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions and develop healthy coping strategies. I have also pursued my passion for mental health continually seeking to expand my knowledge and skills in this area.

Chloe is a qualified Social Worker with over 6 years of experience in the field. They have completed a Masters of Social Work at University of Melbourne and a Post Graduate certificate in Narrative Therapy. They are also currently completing a qualification in Somatic Experiencing. Chloe is particularly passionate about supporting women, queer folks and young people to live full and empowered lives. With experience working with the impacts and effects of trauma, discrimination and violence, they utilise person centred, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Narrative and Somatic approaches with the intention of creating a safe, non-judgemental space for people to process and heal.

Dave Clark is a counsellor, having worked for ten years in the role. Dave’s gentle approach supports people through experiences including grief, anxiety and depression, couples/relationship counselling, domestic violence, workplace issues, burnout, stress and trauma.

Emma is a Creative Arts Therapist with over 10 years’ experience working to support people’s emotional health and wellbeing. With a Masters in Experiential and Creative Arts Therapies, she provides arts-based approaches to assist people in exploring aspects of their wellbeing, whether that be around mental health, relationships, or navigating stress and trauma. Sometimes we may not be able to find the words to express our life situations and artmaking can bring new insights or confirmation of our experiences. Sessions can draw on a selection of activities such as drawing, sculptural artmaking, collaging, wordplay, body movement, and sound. Emma is also interested in ways to find mindfulness and a calming of the body and mind through artmaking.

Hayley is a Counsellor and an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with approximately 10 years experience in the field. Hayley completed her Masters of Social Work at La Trobe University and Masters of Counselling Social Work at UNSW. She has worked predominantly in the areas of mental health and domestic and family violence. Hayley is dedicated to providing a compassionate and trauma-informed space for people to engage in therapy.

Kate Csillag is a psychotherapist and an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 14 years of experience working in the social services sector. Kate specialises in working with complex trauma, domestic, family and sexual violence, BPD and Attachment disorders.

Angela is a qualified social worker, and has a Masters in Counselling from Monash University. Angela has worked in mental health in Melbourne, as well as Alice Springs and remote communities, and has a deep appreciation of the challenges of living in Central Australia. Angela’s approach is strengths-based and solution-focused, providing a safe and supportive space for discovering your inner resources.

Kate is the Managing Director of Solace Consulting, a psychotherapist and social worker with more than 25 years working with people. Kate completed her Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Sydney and her Masters of Applied Psychotherapy at the University of Technology Sydney. Kate has achieved specialist accreditation in Mental Health and Domestic Violence. She has particular expertise working with complex trauma, including domestic violence, family and sexual violence; and had worked extensively with people who are survivors of violence as well as those who use violence and abuse.