
Vanessa is an experienced registered psychologist that is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. With a warm, empathetic approach, Vanessa helps people to achieve their treatment goals and make long-term changes.
Vanessa has experience working with clients of all ages in private practice settings and disability support. Drawing on evidence-based modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Vanessa utilises a client-centred and individualistic treatment approach to suit each person’s needs.
Vanessa is particularly skilled in working with Anxiety, Depression, Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Phobias, Trauma and Personality Disorders. She also has strengths in completing comprehensive psychometric assessments for ADHD and learning disorders, using a thorough set of assessments to aid diagnosis and guide recommendations for additional support.