Supporting children, young people, and parents in Bayside, Melbourne.

Meet Dana

I am registered psychologist with experience working in out-of-home care, family violence, disability, and student wellbeing.

I am passionate about supporting children and young people and their mental health, working in collaboration with schools and families to provide person-centred outcomes. I have experience working with a range of mental health concerns including anxiety and depression, as well as experience working with the autistic and ADHD community.

I’m proficient in intervention and counselling with my primary modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectal Behaviour Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts (Monash University) - completed 2015

  • Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology (Monash University) - completed 2016

  • Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology (Monash University) - completed 2023

Memberships and Registrations

  • Affiliate Member of Australian Educational and Developmental Psychology Association (AEDPA)

  • General Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Meet Charlie

Charlie is a Maltese x Toy Poodle dog. He enjoys playing tug of war, belly rubs, and going for walks.

Alongside Dana, Charlie is accredited to undertake pet therapy activities through Secret Dogs Business. Charlie can help support and encourage calm and connection with children and young people.