Asa is a warm, client-centred psychologist who endeavours to create an accepting and non-judgmental environment where clients are able to feel safe to explore their recovery, face challenges head-on and increase their understanding of themselves.
Asa works with adults who are;
· Dealing with issues relating to sexual orientation and/or gender identity
· Experiencing difficulties with alcohol or drug use
· Experiencing anxiety or depression symptoms
· Survivors of sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence and traumatic accidents and/or PTSD
· Experiencing personal problems (such as relationship issues, stress, low self-esteem, anger issues, life transitions)
· Experiencing grief or loss (including complex grief)
· Dealing with chronic pain or illness
· Culturally and linguistically diverse, Aboriginal, or Torres Strait Islander people
Asa works with clients to tailor a therapeutic approach that is appropriate for their individual needs. These include, Cognitive BehaviouralTherapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Solution-focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing.