Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist, and Supervision

B App.Sc (Psych); PGrad Dip Psych; M Psych

Michelle is a clinical psychologist, clinical supervisor, and psychotherapist with 33 years experience. She offers short and long term psychotherapy, couples therapy, trauma treatment, and assistance in managing the complexities of life and interpersonal relationships.  

The therapeutic services offered  by Michelle are suited to individuals and couples who hope to improve and alter their internal and interpersonal dynamics, as well as address traumatic experiences that have disrupted their lives.

Individuals

• Differentiating ADHD and trauma. 
• The impact of ADHD/Autism on relationships.
• Trauma/EMDR treatment for:
• complex grief, 
• bullying, 
• car accidents,
• workplace trauma,

• Adjustment to loss of capacity and illness.

• Adjustment to loss of spouse.

• Adjustment to retirement, and career change.

Parents

• Parenting approaches for adult children with addiction.
• Anxiety for parents e.g., due to child’s disability and the associated stress and difficulties.

Couples:

• Communication & conflict issues.
• Trust issues.
• Extended family issues.
• Insecurity as a result of past abuse.

   

Professional Supervision

Reflective and relational supervision to examine processes, transference, and countertransference, with the aim of enhancing outcomes and increasing job satisfaction. Supervision to support knowledge in private practice. 

Professional Support