My name is Abelina, I am a registered general psychologist with almost a decade of experience supporting others on their journey of a more balanced emotional and mental sense of wellbeing. 

 

My work in psychology began working with adolescents and young adults in an early psychosis program – an experience that shaped my commitment to trauma-informed and compassionate care. Since 2022, I have worked exclusively in private practice, where I now focus primarily on supporting adult women seeking growth, clarity, and emotional wellbeing.

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My Approach

My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and holistic. I draw from a blend of somatic and trauma-informed techniques, nervous system support, mindfulness, inner child and self-compassion work, and spiritually-aligned approaches. I also integrate psychodynamic theory and attachment work to explore unconscious patterns, alongside practical, evidence-based tools from CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy) to support real-life change.

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Clients often come to me for support with:

• Anxiety and low mood

• Self-esteem and self-worth struggles

• Stress, burnout, and emotional overwhelm

• Boundary-setting and interpersonal difficulties

• Relationship or attachment wounds

• Complex or childhood trauma and long-standing trauma-related patterns 

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I work best with clients who are curious about their internal landscape, open to mind–body approaches, and ready to explore their experiences with compassion.

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To ensure I provide the most ethical, specialised care, I do not offer assessment or treatment for ADHD, ASD, legal or forensic presentations, substance use concerns, eating disorders, domestic violence matters, NDIS reports or therapy, child or family therapy, couples therapy, or psychotic disorders.

 

My intention is to create a space where you can feel seen, supported, and gently encouraged as you move toward a more connected and empowered version of yourself.

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My Additional Learnings:

• 2025 - 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification

• 2023 - 20-Hour Foundational Training in Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY)

• 2022 - Somatic Experiencing-Informed Online Training for Trauma

• 2018 & 2021 - Blueknot Foundation Training for "Working with Complex Trauma"

• 2017 - Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) Training