Philosophy—

As society evolves, we as educators, parents and health professionals have a responsibility to follow suit. In simple terms, there is no longer room for stigma when it comes to engaging in mental health support. By taking a compassionate approach and using evidence based frameworks, over the past 13 years I have coached and counselled classical musicians, aspiring academics, athletes and dancers as they work to make their dreams reality. 

Holistic and compassion focused, my private practice counselling work is both client lead and trauma informed. Together, through the power of therapeutic conversation,  we will work together to gently identify unhelpful patterns and create a safe base from which sustainable growth is possible. By harnessing my core values of:

• Equity

• Generativity

• Compassion and

• Authenticity

I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for my clients to look within and explore new possibilities. Working collaboratively and intuitively with each individual, allows clients to move at their own pace in order to establish a stable sense of self-worth, and in turn, find their voice. By taking a humanistic approach, I seek to empower each client by seeing them as experts in their own lives and encouraging their self-determination. During our time together, I provide accessible handouts detailing topics explored, ensuring my clients (and their loved ones) have clear guidelines and a tangible pathway forward.

My unique approach is personalised and holistic, drawing from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), as well as complimentary practices and theories including whole-food nutrition, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation, yoga, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique (EBEFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Mindful Self-Compassion.

Research has identified a clear link between self-compassion practices and psychological resilience in both adolescents and adults. By delivering sessions mindfully, self-compassion is not only encouraged but also modelled. Combining my counselling, meditation therapy and health coaching qualifications with my lived experience as an elite classical ballet dancer and highly sensitive person allows me to support students and parents from a place of understanding, knowledge and, most importantly, authenticity. Having personally lived through the highs and lows of performing at an elite level, moving overseas at 16 to study ballet full-time, struggling with confidence, body image and self-worth, to a career-ending injury and subsequent surgeries… I know first-hand the unique challenges faced by high achieving young people and their families.

For practical information regarding my counselling work, including contact details, pricing and format, see the Particulars drop-down menu. Visit the Workshops drop-down to explore ways with which I can support your private training school, high school program or training institution.