Vanessa studied her Bachelor of Social Science at the University of Natal, Durban in South Africa and then completed her Honours Degree in Psychology through the University of South Africa. Vanessa grew up in South Africa, and she has also lived and travelled in different parts of Europe, and she has lived in Australia for 28 years. She is currently based in Perth, Western Australia and is available for telehealth support and counselling.
Vanessa has a passion for empowering people to find new ways to address their struggles in life and to utilise their strengths and skills to move forward in the face of difficult and challenging situations and experiences. Vanessa is also keen to encourage people to find more effective ways to cope with life’s curve balls, so that they can focus on what they value and build a better life for themselves even when their circumstances are beyond their control and can’t be changed. She seeks to address the impact of life experiences that shape and determine resilience and character and to motivate and encourage people to achieve their goals and be enriched in their lives.
Vanessa has worked in various different industries prior to practising in her own private psychological practice. She has a lot of experience working with chronic pain management, anxiety and depression as well as grief and loss, workplace issues and relationship struggles. She loves seeing people rise above their adversities and find more meaningfulness, purpose and ultimately vitality in their lives as they move forward.
Vanessa has been married for 15 years and has two children. She values family time and prioritizes work and life in a delicate balance. She supports her chronically ill husband and has learnt to navigate effectively through unexpected challenges and stresses by using the skills she imparts to others. Ultimately, she is thankful and grateful for what she has and she is looking forward to being able to support many others that seek her assistance, guidance and insights.
Vanessa is available for telehealth sessions only.
Please call reception on 1300224665 to book an appointment with Vanessa.
