Approach:

Amanda (she/her) is a compassionate and creative counsellor, narrative therapist and peer practice supervisor. She takes a curious and receptive approach to counselling and supervision, adapting her approach to meet her clients' evolving needs. Amanda is committed to building authentic and safe therapeutic relationships to support people in navigating this world and in gaining greater ownership of their stories and lives. 

 

Experience:​

Amanda has worked in mental health and community services for the past 10 years, with extensive experience in multi-disciplinary teams. She has worked across various sectors, including;

• Government and Non-Government

• homelessness

• domestic and family violence

• rural and remote

• NDIS

• youth

• alcohol and other drugs

• inpatient and urgent care​

 

Amanda is a LGBTQIA+, neurodivergence and a lived experience advocate. She is dedicated to the development of innovative and peer-led community groups and services that foster compassion, respect and equity.

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Peer Practice Supervision:​

Amanda also offers peer practice supervision for people working in the lived experience and peer workforce. Click here to find out more. 

 

Qualifications:

• Master of Narrative Therapy and Community Work - University of Melbourne

• Master of Counselling - University of Melbourne (Ongoing)

• Bachelor of Visual Arts - University of South Australia

• Certificate IV in Mental Health

 

Registration:

• Australian Counselling Association (ACA) - Registration no. 22104

 

Leisure:​

In her spare time, Amanda enjoys social dancing, tinkering with analogue cameras, listening to music and podcasts, and spending time with friends and family.