My favourite thing about being a counsellor:

When I moved from Austria to Perth with my husband, I found myself at a crossroads in both life and career, unsure what direction to take next. I wanted to do something that made a real difference and made me look forward to each new day with a smile.

After many years working in Europe’s fast-moving consumer goods industry, I realised that my qualifications were not easily recognised in Australia. Instead of seeing that as a setback, I saw it as an opportunity to follow what had interested me since I was seventeen: the study of emotions, thoughts and behaviours. This decision allowed me to do what feels most natural to me, supporting people through life’s challenges.

I feel privileged to walk alongside individuals, couples and families as they explore what matters most and find the courage to create meaningful change. I am grateful to provide a safe and compassionate space where people can talk openly about anxiety, anger, grief, shame or pain that may have been carried for a long time. I believe everyone has unique strengths and inner resources that can guide them toward a fulfilled and meaningful life. Sometimes, the path forward simply becomes clearer once a few of the stumbling blocks are removed.

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What is unique about me as a counsellor?

Like everyone, I face challenges at times, and I see them as an important part of personal growth. Whenever difficulties arise, I am determined to keep going until I find a way through. I bring that same commitment and perseverance to my work. Every person’s life is unique, and there is no single approach that works for everyone. I see counselling as a collaborative process where we work together to understand what is happening and find practical and meaningful ways to move forward.

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What are my goals?

The expectations and demands on parents have changed significantly over recent generations. I am dedicated to supporting single parents, families experiencing separation or divorce, blended families and parents facing mental health challenges to feel more confident and capable in raising resilient and happy children.

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Most impressive Achievements?

My desire to help people through counselling carried me through the balancing act of family, work and study for ten years.

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One quirky fact about me?

Every morning, my husband and I sit with our dog Narla and our three cats to watch what we call “a new episode of the bird movie” in our garden.