"Buried inside the shadow are the lost pieces of the soul, which shine with the light of a billion suns. By bringing more discernment, mercy, and compassion to our engagement with our spiritual beliefs and practices, we open a portal for the lost ones to return."
Matt Licata
about
a little about me
Hello! I offer you a very warm welcome here. My temptation was to tuck this page away somewhere in the back of this site. Because of course this work is so much about my clients and not about me. But of course, it is so important to understand a little about the person who you are trusting to guide you in this work.
I have always been drawn to understanding the deeper dimensions of nature, life, people and story and for the longest time was drawn toward studying psychology. However on closer inquiry, couldn't quite reconcile how current psychology degrees went anywhere near the depth and breadth of understanding I was craving. That was until I came upon Sofia University (previously known as the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology).
The Masters in Counselling Psychology I completed wove together current psychological theory with transpersonal inquiry, embodiment practice, dream studies, creative expression, depth inquiry, compassion and curiosity.
This formation guided me onward towards more study in depth modalities and saw me train formally in Internal Family Systems, Mindful Somatic Approaches to trauma and ecotherapy.
I have had the good fortune to continue my studies in community with some of the wise elders in my field including Francis Weller, Dave Talamo and Matt Licata who focus on the intersection of soulfulness, spirituality and psychotherapy.
I am based out of Castlemaine, Victoria however see clients locally, nationally and internationally. Both in person and online appointments are available.
QUALIFIACTION & MEMBERSHIPS
- Masters in Counselling Psychology (Sofia University)
- Formally trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS - Level 1)
- Certificate in Creative Expression
- Certificate in Ecotherapy
- Formally trained in Mindful Somatic Approaches to Therapy
- Trained in EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy)
- Clinical Membership PACFA
my philosophy
I believe that every individual is born into this world with a unique inner wisdom that holds the key to authentic and meaningful presence in the world.
Through life experiences we can sometimes build protections, distortions and burdened ways of being that can leave us feeling out of alignment and with a deeper knowing that we aren't living authentically.
My approach is designed to gently uncover and reconnect you with the innate knowing held in your body, mind and soul. I work with individuals and couples who are wanting to understand who they are and why they relate the way that they do. Those who are ready to come home to themselves at a deeper level.
key modalities
Internal Family Systems
Mindful Somatic Approaches to working with trauma
Mindful Somatic Approaches to working with trauma
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapeutic philosophy that honours the natural multiplicity in our personality. Instead of battling difficult thoughts, or seeking to change them, IFS takes a compassionate approach, helping you to understand the positive intent behind all parts and unburden past traumas to restore inner harmony.
Mindful Somatic Approaches to working with trauma
Mindful Somatic Approaches to working with trauma
Mindful Somatic Approaches to working with trauma
My training in this area takes an integrative approach to mindful-somatic trauma therapy that draws on collective wisdom and practice across Hakomi, Somatic Experiencing, mindfulness and Sensorimotor psychotherapy. This approach establishes safety and resourcing before trauma processing and integration. It also honours the wise protection established in the psyche.
Depth Ecotherapy
Mindful Somatic Approaches to working with trauma
Depth Ecotherapy
Depth ecotherapy is a therapeutic approach that merges ecopsychology with depth psychology to treat the whole person. It treats human mental health as intrinsically linked to the health of the Earth. It moves beyond basic "nature walks" to heal deep-seated emotional trauma, foster an ecological identity, and address modern alienation.
Trained with Dave Talamo
Transpersonal
Mindful Somatic Approaches to working with trauma
Depth Ecotherapy
Transpersonal therapy is deeply rooted in the fundamentals of transpersonal psychology and it focuses heavily on spirituality, consciousness and the overall expansion of the self. Unlike many traditional therapies, transpersonal therapies incorporate spirituality into the healing process. Transpersonal therapy integrates modern psychology
Transpersonal therapy is deeply rooted in the fundamentals of transpersonal psychology and it focuses heavily on spirituality, consciousness and the overall expansion of the self. Unlike many traditional therapies, transpersonal therapies incorporate spirituality into the healing process. Transpersonal therapy integrates modern psychology with spiritual, transcendent, and holistic practices. It focuses on the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—aiming to help individuals move beyond their everyday ego to achieve deeper self-awareness, personal growth, and a greater sense of connection to the world.
who I work with
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
I work with individuals who are wanting to learn more deeply about themselves and their place in the world. I work with individuals experiencing:
- Relational difficulties
- Difficulties with family of origin
- Trauma
- Grief
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Feelings of being lost/ on the wrong life path
- Disconnection from self
COUPLES THERAPY
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
I work with couples who are ready to consider the deeper dynamics at play in their relationship. I will work with you to understand what the real issues are in your relationship and identify how you can find a way through these together. I am experienced in working with both hetero and LGBTQIA+ couples. Common themes I work with are:
- Lack of emotional intimacy and disconnection
- Power struggles
- Lack of sexual intimacy
- Relational difficulties
- Parenting struggles
- Difficulties with family of origin
- Setting healthy boundaries