Professional training and experience in CBT, DBT, prolonged exposure, Single Session Family Consult and Behavioural Family Therapy

Upasana Gurung is an accredited social worker providing therapeutic services, with a remarkable ability to connect with her clients. Her approach to all clients is empathetic, genuine, non-judgmental, trauma-informed and person-centered. She holds more than thirteen years of cumulative experience in social work, human services and community development work in and outside of Australia. After graduating with a degree of Masters of Social Work at Griffith University, Upasana pursued a career in child protection and mental health sectors in rural QLD. These opportunities paved the way for her to work with people of different genders, cultures and ages. Upasana specializes in working with children, teenagers and young adults, with particular interest in neuro-diversity. She is a certified Play Therapist and can also provide assessment and treatment for eating disorders and body image issues as a certified ANZAED Eating Disorder Credentialed Therapist. Eclectic in approach, Upasana borrows from CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema and Sensorimotor approaches. Upasana continues to provide therapy to young people whom present with severe and complex mental wellbeing complications. On her days off, Upasana finds joy and peace in the creative arts, engaging in local theatre and vocal performances, while also using her down time to focus on professional development to ensure her clients are provided with personalized evidence-based strategies.

I’m a compassionate, creative, and curious EMDR therapist dedicated to creating a calming, collaborative space for young people, adults, and families. I work intensively, offering 90-minute sessions, 3-hour blocks, and deeper-dive intensives of 6-hour and 12-hour packages, allowing us the time and focus to make real, lasting progress. In each session, we use self-healing techniques and brain-body connection practices that cultivate choice, clarity, and confidence—providing an empathetic, trauma-informed experience that fosters hope and resilience. I’m especially passionate about integrating grounding techniques, mindfulness, and guided imagery to help reduce the intensity of symptoms and enhance emotional regulation. My approach is continually enriched by following leading voices in trauma and brain-body based therapy, such as Bessel van der Kolk, Gabor Maté, Dan Siegel, Stephen Porges, Deb Dana, David Grand, Susan McConnell, Ana Gomez, Elan Shapiro, Thomas Zimmermann, Laurel Parnell, Jamie Marich, and Kambria Evans.

Elizabeth’s practice is guided by a commitment to a number of key therapies and approaches that support relationships, and that are client centred. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dyadic Developmental Therapy (DDT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with a focus on attachment theory and strengths-based practice

I have a deep passion to support people to heal the wounds that can come with life, and to grow to their full potential. Trauma and psychological difficulties can diminish a person’s life and restrain their ability to connect with themselves and others. My work with clients focuses on accessing their innate human drive to heal and grow, using this to bring new light to the dark spaces left by painful experiences. I believe that through the use of specific techniques we can release the pain of trauma and move towards a full and connected life. I use an understanding of the nervous system, mind and body to find each person's path to healing. Techniques I use to facilitate this are Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and Polyvagal Theory. I aim to help people find the self compassion and safety every human deserves and needs. Adults Teenagers 16 and above Samuel's fee is $168 for a standard 50 minute session.

Bree is a qualified social worker with a wealth of knowledge and experience. She is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers. She has worked with a wide range of community groups including children, adolescents and adults- individually and in group settings such as families and couples. Bree provides gentle, open minded and compassionate counselling and uses her role as a platform for people to overcome life's challenges and foster emotional balance. Bree believes that an open, safe and trusting relationship between a counsellor and client is pivotal to create effective outcomes. She tailors her approach to match the varying needs, concerns and strengths of her clients and follows her clients lead to ensure a respectful and non-intrusive process. Bree is passionate about engaging in thoughtful conversations that promote insight, empowerment and personal growth. She collaborates with her clients to develop relevant, practical and sustainable strategies to aid change.

I am a Melbourne based psychotherapist working with adult survivors of Narcissistic parenting. I help people recover from trauma and insecure attachment. My practice is located in North Fitzroy.

Susan Saxe is an understanding and compassionate counsellor with over 25 years’ experience and is a registered member of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Susan has engaged closely and extensively with a diverse range of clients including youth, adults, families, and court-mandated clients. Susan brings a personal approach to address client needs and facilitate achievement of their goals. Her therapeutic style is embedded in empathy, active listening, and collaboration. She fosters a genuine connection that promotes growth and personal development. Susan specialises in helping individuals overcome issues including (not limited to): substance use and addiction, • anxiety, • depression, • low self- esteem • relationship difficulties, • trauma • loss & grief. Susan has successfully supported numerous clients towards positive and lasting change. She draws on her extensive experience and training in various therapeutic modalities, such as Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment therapy (ACT), person-centred therapy, solution focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She believes strongly in helping clients to build resilience, enhance their self-awareness, and develop positive coping strategies. Susan is known for her empathic, authentic, curious, non-judgmental therapeutic style and wry sense of humour. By blending expertise with genuine care, Susan is dedicated to supporting clients towards emotional well-being in a confidential and affirming therapeutic space.

Karla-Kai is an experienced clinical social worker, with a history of working in area mental health, not for profits and service delivery/co-ordination. Here she supported people and their systems manage a variety of challenges, promoted self-determined recovery, and advocated for social inclusion. Karla-Kai has worked across the lifespan, with clients, carers, partners and with a variety of family systems. Working in partnership with people who are living with complex mental health concerns. Focusing on person lead therapy; allowing space for collaborative solutions and the optimisation of resources to support people to make their own positive and self-directed change. Karla-Kai draws from a variety of evidence-based interventions including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Sensory Modulation. Focusing on providing flexible treatment and fostering meaningful engagement. Karla-Kai, has a history of working for organisations servicing First Nation's people, people of colour, women, non-binary people, people who don't identify with the gender assigned at birth, people with diverse sexuality and people with disabilities. Karla-Kai acknowledges how ongoing systemic discrimination and exclusion impact the mental health of our most vulnerable; demanding they be also the most resilient. Accordingly, she knows that there is no absolute language or method that suits all. So, in the room Karla-Kai places value in being guided by an individual's preference, to enable a shared language, and identification of an individual's strengths. While outside the room she continues to advocate with passion and an unrelenting hope of a more just society. Karla-Kai is passionate about the pursuit of quality within social work practice, through professional development opportunities and ongoing certifications. Karla-Kai graduated from Deakin University with a Master of Social Work, from La Trobe / Bouverie Centre with a Graduate Certification in Family Therapy, and from The University of New England with a Bachelor of Psychological Science.

John is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) registered with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). John has more than 20 years of clinical mental health experience in a variety of settings working with children, adolescents, adults and families.

Welcome to Newport Counselling & Psychology Service (NCPS). We are here to support you with your clinical and therapeutic needs. We have immediate appointments available. Daytime, Evening & Weekend Sessions available. Please see our website for more information: newportcounselling.com.au. BOOKINGS: New clients can complete the Katina enquiry form and current clients can book via Halaxy. Alternatively, contact us directly via phone or email. REFERRAL INFORMATION: Please forward us any referral information and any other background information to assist us with allocating you to an appropriate clinician and having everything in place, prior to your appointment, so that we can focus on your clinical needs. GP MENTAL HEALTH CARE PLAN: Please see your GP for a Referral for your initial 6 Sessions. Following this your clinician will prepare a GP report and you will need to see your GP for a Review. Your GP can then refer you for an additional 4 sessions. THIRD PARTY REFERRAL: Please forward your NDIS, WorkSafe/TAC, Other referral to our service for review and allocation. OUR FEES: Our session fees are based on clinician’s qualifications, experience and skills and are well below the APS/AASW recommended rates $130 (non-accredited clinicians) to $210- $290 for Accredited Medicare clinicians. Our consultation sessions are generally 50 minutes (~1 hour). Extended sessions (90 minutes) are available for couples/families or more in-depth clinical work. We will be having a fee increase in February 2025. MEDICARE REBATES*: From 01 July 2024 *Accredited Mental Health Social Worker $85.20 * Mental Health Endorsed Occupational Therapist $85.20 * Psychologist $96.65 * Clinical Psychologist $141.85 Social Worker/Family Therapist - No Medicare rebate applies COUPLE FAMILY SESSIONS: These sessions not eligible for Medicare and are paid for privately. We offer a set rate for NCPS Couple/Family sessions for our NCPS clinicians. THIRD PARTY FEES: - NDIS Self-Managed: Clinician fees are set at their clinical rate (Daytime/Evening rates apply) - NDIS Plan Managed: Recommended Rate $193.99 Social Worker/Occ. Therapist) and $222.99 (Psychologist) - TAC/Workcover: Clinician Fees apply and gap payment is required by the client. Organisations will be billed for payment. - FRMP: Recommended Rate - VOCAT: Recommended Rate - Treatment Packages | GenWest/DFFH: Individual Funding Packages apply (based on individual clinician fees) ADDITIONAL CLINCIAL WORK: We charge for additional clinical work required, this may include, e.g. Phone Calls, Case Discussion/Liaison, Reports/Support Letters etc. Fees will be discussed and billed to you accordingly. CLINICAL ASSESSMENTS: Psychological Assessments, Screening tools, Schema/Gottman Assessment may incur additional fees. These will be discussed during intake proceedure or during clinical treatment. HARDSHIP FEE: We do not offer fully funded sessions or bulk-billing services. Some existing clients with exceptional circumstances may be eligible for reduced fees. We are happy to offer some reduced sessions per clinician and/or refer you to an alternative service. AFTER HOURS/WEEKEND: After-hours appointments and weekend sessions are charged at a higher rate. HALAXY: Halaxy is an online program which allows us to securely store confidential information when we have registered you with our service. Book your sessions online (for known registered clients), enables us to process payments and Medicare rebates in a timely and efficient manner. You can also access copies of your invoices and appointment booking details via the Patient Portal. KATINA: This program assesses new client to the service. COURTESY REMINDER: We send out a courtesy SMS reminder (4 days) prior to appointments. If you notify us of cancellation, you will not be charged a cancellation fee (as this allows us time to offer the session to someone else in need). NON-ATTENDANCE/CANCELLATION FEE: If you cancel with < 48 hour notice the full session fee will be charged. However, if we can fill it with someone else from our intake/waiting list, you will not be charged. For those with exceptional circumstances (e.g. hospital /emergency) the non-attendance fee can be waivered. ILLNESS: For any illness symptoms we accept that you move your session to Telehealth sessions (via Phone or Video) to avoid the cancellation fee and any disruption to your treatment and support. If you are too unwell to attend, unfortunately the not attendance fee remains as we are unable to fill your session at such short notice and your clincian has been expecting to see you. CLIENT SUPPORT TEAM (CST): Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm. We aim to contact you as soon as possible, if you do not hear from us, we may be busy helping someone else. If you need to contact us out of business hours, please use our Halaxy SMS system below (for brief messages regarding urgent issues) or email us. CLINICAL ISSUES: If your contact is regarding a clinical matter, please email your clinician directly. APPOINTMENT ONLY: We are an appointment only service. NCPS does not offer an urgent/emergency service. For emergency, please contact 000, Beyond Blue 1300 224 636, Lifeline 131 114 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Men's Line 1300 789 978 Suicide Call Back 1300 659 467 PANDA 1300 726 306 Headspace 1800 650 890 Q-life 1800 184 527 Safe Steps Family Violence 1800 015 188 Werribee Mercy Mental Health Triage 1300 657 259 Orygen Youth Mental Health 1800 888 320 Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service 1800 44 55 11 Head to Help 1800 595 212 Newport Counselling & Psychology Service CONTACT US: p: 9603 0313 f: 9966 9908 e: info@newportcounselling.com.au Halaxy SMS: 0448 817 949 Business Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00am-5:00pm After Hours: If you have an after-hours/weekend appointment, you may contact your clinician via Halaxy SMS. NB: Administrative issues only. www.newportcounselling.com.au Halaxy Patient Portal | Bookings/Cancellations/Invoices (Please request to be invited to the portal if you do not have access)

Susan Saxe is an empathic and compassionate counsellor with over 25 years’ experience working with a diverse range of clients including youth, adults, families, and court-mandated clients. Susan brings a personal approach to address clients’ needs to facilitate achievement of their goals. Her therapeutic style is embedded in empathy, active listening, and collaboration., She fosters a genuine connection that promotes growth and personal development. Susan specialises in helping individuals overcome issues including (not limited to): mental health (anxiety, depression, mood disorders, complex presentations/dual diagnosis, neurodiverse) substance use (alcohol and other drugs) & addiction (including gambling) family counselling and support relationship difficulties parenting support and education family violence, trauma and abuse loss & grief risk of suicide, self harm men’s behaviour change culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities physical and intellectual difficulties LGBTIA+ community older adults Susan has successfully supported numerous clients towards positive and lasting change. She draws on her extensive experience and training in various therapeutic modalities, such as Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment therapy (ACT), person-centred therapy, solution focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She believes strongly in helping clients to build resilience, enhance their self-awareness and develop positive coping strategies. Susan is known for her empathic and non-judgmental therapeutic style and wry sense of humour. By blending expertise with genuine care, Susan is dedicated to supporting clients towards emotional well-being in a confidential and affirming therapeutic space. “When working with clients my commitment lies in providing a nurturing environment, cultivating safety and trust, and promoting a collaborative and empathic approach. I support clients on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing to unlock their full potential to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.”

Roni has a compassionate, attuned and warm approach to therapy, working collaboratively with clients at their unique pace. Roni provides therapeutic interventions to children, individuals, couples, and families. Roni utilises evidence-based approaches to address family and parenting issues, relationship distress including separation and divorce, depression, anxiety and self-esteem issues. Roni is a Social Worker and Family Therapist who has specialist training and experience in providing grief and loss therapy to support clients living with chronic or terminal illness, those in caregiver roles, grief, non-finite losses and bereavement. Roni can also provide attachment focused play therapy to children (aged 3-10) to address trauma, anxiety, and family issues.

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker/ Play Therapist and EMDR practitioner. I work with clients across the life span. My approach is warm and humanistic respecting and acknowledging clients as experts in their lives. I work collaboratively empowering all to make positive changes in their lives. I employ a range of modalities dependent on client presentation. I employ the use of non-directed play therapy when working with children and their families. I also recognise and acknowledge the benefits of play therapy with adolescents and adults creating an environment that allows people to feel safe to explore and make sense of their world and hence build resilience. My specialty is in trauma with an attachment humanistic focus to repair relationships utilising a dyadic therapeutic model. I address range of issues which include depression, anxiety, anger management, perinatal counseling, parenting issues, adjustment disorder and trauma related issues and am not limited to these issues. My focus is on the human interaction and what the the client brings into the room. I am also a Level B Assessor with Pearson to assess for a range of intellectual issues.

Nenad Bakaj is a Brisbane-based clinical counsellor and accredited mental health social worker, with specialist training in psychological assessment and evidence-based therapies, treating depression, anxiety, trauma and complex mental health conditions for all ages – particularly adolescents, young adults, adults and older individuals. Nenad holds tertiary qualifications: Bachelor of Social Work (specialty: Mental Health and Working with Families), Master of Human Services (Rehabilitation Counselling) and Diploma of Applied Science (Community & Human Services). His additional qualifications are in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Coaching, Time Line Therapy, Sport & Recreation, and Assessment and Training. An Accredited Mental Health Professional by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), Nenad is a registered Medicare provider of counselling under Better Access to Mental Health Care (BAMHC), and Psychological Therapies programs, as well as a Justice of the Peace (Qualified) for Queensland.

Calum is experienced in working with a wide range of presentations including: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship difficulties, Grief and Loss and trained in a variety of modes of working including Schema Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Family Systems Theory. Calum believes that no individual is the same and each requires a tailored approach, so generally, a blend of approaches and therapies are utilised for each individual. Calum does not believe in looking at people as ‘problems to be solved’, but as humans who are stuck in patterns that are not serving them. His approach in therapy is to help people to identify these patterns and to consider how we could begin to do something differently. Calum is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and can provide Medicare rebates to clients who have a Mental Health Care Plan through their GP.

Alexa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and Certified Bereavement Practitioner who works from a culturally responsive and intersectional framework. Alexa works with individuals and couples in an empathic and empowering manner to support healing, processing trauma and grief and developing sustainable strategies to maintain good mental health. Medicare rebates are available for clients with an existing Mental Health Treatment Plan.

Victims of Crime Counsellor provider number: A3741 NDIS Provider ID: P1303883 AASW Mental Heath Accredited Social Worker Provider No.: 493341

Alexa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and Certified Bereavement Practitioner who works from a culturally responsive and intersectional framework. Alexa works with individuals and couples in an empathic and empowering manner to support healing, processing trauma and grief and developing sustainable strategies to maintain good mental health. Medicare rebates are available for clients with an existing Mental Health Treatment Plan.

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Couple Therapy E.A.P Provider Critical Incident Debriefing Individual Therapy

Counsellor & Psychotherapist with 21 years experience.

Social Worker registered with the AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers Registration Number: 550517

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker BA (Psych), BSW Beth is an experienced Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who brings together over 17 years of clinical experience working with clients with complex mental health issues. She brings diverse clinical skills, wisdom of practice, and an empathic and calming demeanour to her work with all her clients on their journey to making positive changes in their lives. Creating space for healing is her passion. She works with clients where they need to begin their recovery process and holds clients always at the forefront of practice within their therapeutic journey. Beth has experience working with people across their lifespan, from children as young as two years of age to older adults experiencing end-of-life transitions. She enjoys working with people during their major life transitions and developmental phases, including primary school-aged children, adolescents, and new parents. She also has experience working with adults of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Beth works holistically with clients with a therapeutic tool kit of cognitive and body-focused work, including CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Art and Play Therapies, MBT, mindfulness and breathwork. A trauma-informed lens informs her work, developed over many years of practice with clients experiencing complex trauma, family and domestic violence, and trauma related to stigmatisation. She also has experience working with complex grief and loss. Beth welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds in culture, gender and sexuality. Her practice is neuro-affirming, and she is attuned to adapting therapies to meet neurodivergent individuals’ needs.

Kristen is a warm, meaningful and engaging clinician who is able to connect with a wide range of people. Kristen supports her clients to work at a pace directed by them, working with both past and current experiences. Kristen’s approach can be fun, validating and rewarding, albeit, sometimes challenging. Kristen is aware of holding the therapeutic safe space for reflection, so that people can develop a deeper level of insight into the way they perceive the world and those around them. Kristen has been a qualified Social Worker for ~30 years and Clinical Family Therapist since 2002. Kristen spends her time providing clinical services, developing clinical leadership in private practice and is the co-founder of Newport Counselling & Psychology Service and Founder of the Being Held program. Kristen has previously worked for the Werribee Mercy Mental Health Program in a variety of managerial and clinical (Community Team and Mother Baby Services) roles. Kristen is a registered AASW Clinical Supervisor for Clinical Supervision and Consultation.

Julia has experience working with adults, young people and children of varying ages and cultural backgrounds; presenting with a diverse range of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and trauma. She practices a holistic, person-centred, strengths-based and trauma informed approach to her work and skillfully utilises evidence based therapeutic methods, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness-based therapy, IFS informed therapy, and brainspotting. Julia's approach is to work alongside clients, having a flexible and integrated approach to assist a person’s innate healing and recovery process.

Natalie Smith Accredited Mental Health Social Worker With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Natalie Smith is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with extensive expertise in working with individuals, families, couples, children, and adolescents. She has worked across a range of settings, including family and youth services, homelessness support, trauma recovery, return-to-work programs, and Transport Accident Commission (TAC) clients. Natalie's therapeutic approach is grounded in a trauma-informed, strengths-based psychosocial model, ensuring that each client receives tailored, compassionate care. Natalie is trained in a variety of evidence-based clinical interventions, including: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Hypnotherapy Behaviour Therapies She takes a holistic approach, providing a safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel supported and empowered in their mental health journey. Special Interests & Clinical Experience Natalie has a particular interest and expertise in working with: Anxiety and depression PTSD (trained in EMDR) Family and relationship difficulties NDIS participants Child and family therapy Veterans and their families Natalie is committed to helping clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful and lasting positive change.

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker practicing psychological counselling and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). Medicare rebates available through a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.

Trauma-Sensitive Embodied Healing Social Work and Counselling. Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, or trauma? We provide person-centred support with Neuro-Affirming therapy and Embodied Healing (somatic practices). Advocacy, case-management, education, and warm-referral connections, as well as counselling for individuals, families & relationships, children & young people, First Peoples, LGBTIQ+, and NDIS. Animal-Assisted Therapy available. Together we can discover how you #ThriveAtLife

I am a Clinical Social Worker. I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Family and Relationships Therapy and am qualified at using EMDR therapy for adults and children. I am fueled by a passion for developing unique ways of understanding how we think, what we feel and why we behave as we do. My personal style is warm, engaging and passionate and builds upon my significant professional experience in social work and family therapy. I am skilled in providing counselling, comprehensive assessments and mental health treatment for individuals. I focus on specific trauma-related therapies, such as EMDR.

Jackson Liu is a welcoming and easy-going Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who naturally builds trust with clients of all ages, particularly young people. Drawing from his Bachelor's in Psychology and Master's in Social Work, he has specialized training in ACT, DBT for teenagers, EFIT, and grief counseling. His extensive experience includes working as a Mental Health Practitioner and Student Counsellor in secondary schools, and he currently serves as a Mental Health Clinician in a local community clinic. Jackson provides Telehealth sessions on a Tuesday morning and offers face to face sessions on site on a Tuesday afternoon and Saturday mornings.

I’ve been a therapist for over 25 years now and am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, having worked in government and non-government settings. I enjoy working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and have both a breadth and depth of experience in helping many people with difficulties such as: • Domestic violence • Sexual abuse • PTSD and other forms of trauma • Depression • Generalised anxiety • Panic attacks • Eating disorders • Family conflict • Suicide and self-harm • Anger • Spiritual Abuse • Ritual Abuse • Dissociative disorders

Hi and welcome! I’m Britt, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and owner of Bright Space Therapy. I provide play therapy and child counselling from my practice in Launceston, Tasmania. Offering services to Medicare, NDIS and private clients.

Shobie is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker experienced in delivering focused psychological strategies to individuals accross the lifespan. As a therapist, Shobie is warm, empathetic and curious. Shobie has worked internationally and in reginal and remote communities. She encourages individuals to tune into the biological, social and emotional processes influencing their current mental state. As a result of her extensive training in mental health social work, Shobie is well equipped to deliver a range of evidence based interventions including CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Emotion Coaching, Mindfulness and EMDR Therapy to assist people to achieve their goals, change behaviour patterns and lead rich, full and meaningful lives. When working with adolescents, she is relatable, creative and incorporates a range of evidence based techniques to help increase autonomy, improve coping and connect to a values guided life. Shobie is committed to continuing professional development to ensure her clients receive the most effective, up to date, evidence based interventions.

Natasha has extensive knowledge and experience in working with children, adolescent and their families with a variety of emotional, behavioural and life transitions. Natasha gets most joy in working with younger children (3 – 6 years), primary school aged children (7 – 12 years), and their parents/carers. In this context, she works with children, adults, couples and families. Her counselling style is warm and curious and her aim in working with children and their families is to enhance and foster connectiveness, create safety, elicit hope and build a trusting therapeutic relationship. Natasha’s preferred way of practice with children is through expressive therapies including Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand and Symbols Therapy and Psychosomatic informed practices. She is also informed by attachment theory, trauma-informed therapies, psychosomatic psychotherapy, and systems approaches to working with parents and their children.

Matt Dellosa is a compassionate and dedicated Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. Holding a Master of Social Work from the University of Melbourne and as an active member of the Australian Association of Social Workers, Matt brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to client care. Matt’s warm, empathetic approach helps clients feel safe, supported, and truly heard from the very first session. He fosters a non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their concerns at their own pace, while also providing thoughtful encouragement to challenge unhelpful patterns when needed. His person-centred approach ensures that therapy moves in a way that aligns with each client’s readiness, gently pushing when necessary to foster meaningful change. With a professional background spanning youth justice, mental health, and both community and inpatient settings, Matt has extensive experience working with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, family violence, and substance use concerns. He takes a strength-based and holistic approach, integrating evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy, tailoring interventions to suit each client's unique needs. Matt’s relaxed and down-to-earth demeanour makes it easier to discuss difficult topics, including those that may carry feelings of shame or vulnerability. He understands the courage it takes to open up and works alongside clients with genuine care, respect, and a commitment to their wellbeing. His goal is to empower individuals to build resilience, develop self-awareness, and create lasting positive change in their lives.

Michelle is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work (MSWQ) and over 20 years experience providing support and interventions to children, adults and families across 3 different countries. Michelle is trained as a Circle of Security Parenting program facilitator, Bringing Up Great Kids program facilitator, integrative child centred play therapy and is certified in writing Positive Behaviour Support Plans for children and adults with disabilities. Michelle is a registered Medicare provider, has a contract with the Primary Health Network to provide mental health services under the Stepped Care program and accepts NDIS funding for people who are self or plan managed.

Matthew Lewin is an Accredited Social Worker with a Bachelor of Social Work and membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers (Member #468107). He brings over a decade of professional experience across the mental health, youth justice, child protection, and disability sectors. In addition to his formal education, Matthew has worked as a tradesman which helps him relate to men on a practical level, which has proven invaluable in creating rapport and facilitating change. This combination of skills allows him to connect with men from all walks of life in a meaningful and results-driven way.

Accredited social worker offering individual, couple and family-based counselling to children, young people and adults. Approved counsellor with the NSW Victim Services support scheme, with a therapeutic focus on trauma and violence-informed practice to peoples impacted by violence and abuse, including domestic & family violence and sexual assault. Experienced clinical supervisor to social workers, community welfare and human services workers. Therapeutic services are available in person at Swansea, online and via telephone.

I am an accredited and registered mental health social worker who has been working with families and children for the last 25years + I do play therapy with children up to 10years old. I also see older children, but will use other expressive modalities with them. I also see women in therapy, whether for trauma or depression or anxiety etc. I am trained as an EMDR practitioner and Flash technique practitioner. I want my clients to feel safe, accepted and cared for when they come see me. I also provide supervision for other social workers or students.

As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I am dedicated to supporting people achieve their mental health and wellbeing goals through a holistic approach. My core values include curiosity, respect, empowerment and compassion. I aim to provide warm, collaborative, inclusive, and safe spaces where trust and therapeutic relationships can flourish. My approach is trauma-informed, developmentally aware, strengths-based, and culturally responsive. I create a non-judgmental environment, allowing people to be themselves and ensure gender and neurodiverse affirming practices. I believe in building authentic relationships and continuously reflecting to learn and grow alongside the people I have the privilege of supporting. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals to explore various areas such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity and belonging, grief and loss, life adjustments, trauma, substance use, and stress. I’m particularly interested in working with young people and exploring the intersectional domains of a person’s life, helping them gain a deeper understanding of themselves. With 10 years of experience across Victoria and the Northern Territory in community mental health and substance use sectors, I have a range of therapeutic tools to ensure a person-centered and flexible approach. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Sensory Modulation, Motivational Interviewing, and Systems Perspectives.

Counsellor/Social Worker: Providing face-to-face, telephone and telehealth appointments.

Meet Kim, a compassionate and dedicated social worker with a wealth of experience and committed to making a positive impact within the mental health and disability sector. With an impressive 15-year journey as a social worker, Kim joins With Grace Therapy as an experienced mental health professional, ready to support you in your journey. Kim is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Kim brings extensive experience from various community mental health environments in both Queensland and South Australia, encompassing roles within hospital and health services. Additionally, her proficiency in navigating the NDIS is highlighted by her recent involvement in the disability sector, where she excelled as a support coordinator and specialist support coordinator. Whether Kim is navigating the complexities of mental health challenges or championing the rights of those in the disability community, her commitment remains unwavering. With a genuine passion for making a difference, Kim brings warmth, expertise, and a genuine desire to foster positive change in the lives of the individuals she works with. Kim brings a collaborative, person-centred and solutions focused approach to her Social Work practice and enjoys working with adults of all ages.

Medicare provider number 4887971A Mayfield Practice VS provider number A1912

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Counsellor, Group Facilitator & Trainer