A journey rooted in compassion and expertise
My passion for trauma-informed care began long before I became a therapist. Growing up in the Czech Republic and later moving to Australia, I experienced firsthand the challenges of change, adaptation, and resilience.
Alongside the difficulties of moving abroad on my own, I also navigated personal childhood struggles—an experience that shaped my deep understanding of trauma and emotional pain.
My healing journey has reinforced my commitment to supporting others, not just as a professional but as someone who truly understands the complexities of recovery.
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I believe therapy is a collaborative process. I continuously engage in my own self-care and professional development to ensure I show up as my best self for those I support.
How I can help
While I specialise in PTSD and complex trauma, I also work with a range of mental health concerns, including:
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Addiction
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Anxiety and depression
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Life transitions, and
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Veteran and First Responder mental health
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Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by past experiences, or seeking support through life's challenges, I provide a compassionate, tailored approach to help you navigate your healing journey.
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My approach
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I believe that true healing starts from within—and when individuals heal, entire communities can transform.
My approach is:
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Collaborative – We work together to find what best supports your healing.
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Empowering – You have the strength within you, and I help you harness it.
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Evidence-Based – My practice is grounded in the latest research in trauma recovery.
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If you're ready to take the next step in your healing journey, I'm here to support you.
Qualifications
Master of Social Work (2017)
Master of Clinical Counselling (2013)
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AASW Registered)
Accredited EMDR Practitioner
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​Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Australia and New Zealand EMDR Institute (2022)
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EMDR Structural Dissociation & Master Class – Roger Solomon, Australia and New Zealand EMDR Institute (2024, 2025)
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​Group Psychotherapeutic Training (550 hours) – Czech Republic (2012)
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​Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) workshop – Russ Harris (2019)
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ACT for Depression and Anxiety – Russ Harris (2021)
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Treating PTSD and Complex Trauma with Leah Giarratano – Talomin Books (2020)
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When Words Are Not Enough: How to Engage the Body to Disrupt Entreched Patterns with Pat Ogden – Byron Clinic (2019)
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A Foundation is Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Competence – Centrum for Cultural Competence Australia (2019)
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Motivational Interviewing Skills with Helen Mentha – Insight (2019)
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​Certified Yoga Teacher - Shades of Yoga – Bali 200hrs (2013)
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Certified Yoga Teacher – Viniyoga Australia 350hrs (2021)
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Yoga for Trauma Body Certification – Shirley Hicks (2019)
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Yoga Therapy - Yoga Vaidya Sala, India – current ongoing