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I am a neurodivergent psychotherapist deeply committed to supporting neurodivergent individuals on their unique journey. Over the years, I have been privileged to learn from the resilience, wisdom, and lived experiences of clients and colleagues, who have profoundly shaped my approach to therapy. My practice integrates a wide range of modalities, including Interactive Drawing Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Mindfulness, and traditional talk therapy, grounded in Rogerian (Person-Centered) principles.

As a person-focused practitioner, I honor each client’s lived experience and collaborate with them to develop tailored pathways that facilitate their growth, healing, and goals. With over 30 years of experience, I remain deeply grateful for the knowledge passed down by those who came before me and the insights generously shared by those I have worked with. My commitment extends to making mental health care accessible and advancing the field through my roles as a researcher, scholar, practitioner, and creative.

My training includes Arts Psychotherapy, counselling and life coaching, Autism Studies, and Clinical Supervision, all informed by my personal experience as a neurodivergent individual. Currently, I am pursuing a PhD at The University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health, focusing on workplace wellbeing within the disability and arts sectors.

I am fortunate to have played a pioneering role in developing creative programs for Australia’s arts and disability sector, including co-founding Restless Dance Theatre in Adelaide. Over the years, I have contributed to the arts as a music composer, author, and educator, with highlights such as composing the soundtrack for the internationally acclaimed film Coral Sea Dreaming and being recognized in the NSW Young Australian of the Year awards in the 1990s. My community involvement has included volunteering with the NSW State Emergency Service, where I was honoured to receive the National Emergency Medal for my mental health support during the 2019–20 bushfires. These experiences have underscored my dedication to fostering resilience and connection in both individual and collective contexts.

I hold memberships with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), the Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), the Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association (ANZACATA), and the Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMHA). My practice supports individual adults, relationships, and professionals within the mental health field.

At the heart of my work lies a belief in the transformative power of self-expression and shared experience. Through a creative and philosophical lens, I have dedicated my life to exploring the depths of personal discovery and human connection.