About Me
I have spent the past 15 years working with groups and individuals on their journeys of healing and empowerment. With Masters qualifications, I am a psychotherapist and a counselling teacher and my passion is helping others find their true nature and fully inhabit their beings. For me, safety is paramount in the therapeutic relationship; the greater the safety, the deeper the healing.
I have qualifications in Gestalt Therapy (using a 'here and now' approach, 'empty chair' and other techniques), and Transpersonal Psychotherapy (working deeply with the unconscious - with archetypes, dreams, deep exploratory meditation etc).
I am also certified in Art Therapy and Somatic Approaches to Trauma and Somatic Sexuality Coaching. My previous work background is in community development and community services both in Australia and overseas. I am registered and fully insured.
Professional Experience
10 years teaching experience in nationally and internationally recognised qualifications
Taught over 1500 students
18 years international facilitation experience
8 years as a qualified psychotherapist
Transformed the lives of over 200 clients
Established 8 women’s micro-banks in Melanesia from scratch
Presented at national conferences
Published academic papers
Qualifications
Master Of Social Work
Graduate Diploma of Gestalt Therapy
Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Psychotherapy
Certificate of Gestalt Art Therapy
Certificate of Somatic Approach to Trauma
Certificate of Mental Health First Aid
Bachelor Economic /Bachelor Arts
Cert IV Training and Assessment
To get in touch phone: 0490 790 401 or email: [email protected] and we can have a free 15 minute introductory chat or organise a session time.
I have spent the past 15 years working with groups and individuals on their journeys of healing and empowerment. With Masters qualifications, I am a psychotherapist and a counselling teacher and my passion is helping others find their true nature and fully inhabit their beings. For me, safety is paramount in the therapeutic relationship; the greater the safety, the deeper the healing.
I have qualifications in Gestalt Therapy (using a 'here and now' approach, 'empty chair' and other techniques), and Transpersonal Psychotherapy (working deeply with the unconscious - with archetypes, dreams, deep exploratory meditation etc).
I am also certified in Art Therapy and Somatic Approaches to Trauma and Somatic Sexuality Coaching. My previous work background is in community development and community services both in Australia and overseas. I am registered and fully insured.
Professional Experience
10 years teaching experience in nationally and internationally recognised qualifications
Taught over 1500 students
18 years international facilitation experience
8 years as a qualified psychotherapist
Transformed the lives of over 200 clients
Established 8 women’s micro-banks in Melanesia from scratch
Presented at national conferences
Published academic papers
Qualifications
Master Of Social Work
Graduate Diploma of Gestalt Therapy
Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Psychotherapy
Certificate of Gestalt Art Therapy
Certificate of Somatic Approach to Trauma
Certificate of Mental Health First Aid
Bachelor Economic /Bachelor Arts
Cert IV Training and Assessment
To get in touch phone: 0490 790 401 or email: [email protected] and we can have a free 15 minute introductory chat or organise a session time.
Testimonials:
"Ingrid is an incredible therapist. She knows how to create a safe space for you and holds that space like no other. She took me on a journey that was so scary to start with but through her authenticity, integrity, great professionalism, her warmth and compassionate nature, I had one of the most extraordinary breakthroughs in my life. Thank you Ingrid" Beatrice
"I really didn't know if I was going to make it through early on there. But I knew you believed in me. You gave me hope. So I hung in there and I've come out the other side a different person. Thank you. I'm so grateful." W.S.
"The quality of Ingrid's presence and listening is second to none. This past year with her has been so healing and activating for me. She helps me see my blind spots in a way that, while confronting at times, is exactly what I need to grow and evolve." Kate
"...I would always end up in toxic relationships. I would convince myself it was my fault, and I just needed to try harder. Working with Ingrid has helped me see it's not all my fault, and that I am worthy of real love." S.B.
"When I found out my husband was cheating on me, I thought a psychologist would just tell me to leave so I avoided seeing one. Instead Ingrid worked with us to look at our dynamic and understand what some of each of out deeper needs were, and also look at how we could communicate better to get our needs met." N.
"It's very hard for me to feel safe to truly open up, but with you I have. I feel like I could tell you anything. Your nurturing warm presence is always there no matter how deep we dive and how raw I get. Eternal gratitude." Sean
"I came to Ingrid to work on my porn addiction that was ruining my life. I couldn't have normal sex anymore. I tried some online courses to quit, but they were all about sticking to a plan, and I never kept to it, which made me feel weak and pathetic. But with Ingrid I never felt judged and she helped me see what was underneath it, and that I didn't need to be ashamed. We actually turned it around much quicker than I thought." Anon.
"I came away from each session feeling so much lighter, like I could confront the next hurdle. In the past 3 months since we've worked together, I feel like I've gone from hope-less to full of hope and self-belief. Through this healing I've found a great girlfriend and left a toxic job for one that gives me meaning and purpose. Thank you Ingrid." Lucas
"Before I met you, my mission was just to get through the day. With all my stuff (I went through as a child) I didn't believe that I could ever feel true joy and happiness. I now know that I can. I've been to a lot of therapists in my time, but none of them saw me and believed in me the way that you do." Jen
"You really helped me get through a tough time, where I wanted to run away from everything that was good for me. With you, I have really looked at those darker shadows. You've helped me re-connect with my body so that I'm not afraid all the time. I'm working again, appreciating life more and know I deserve love just as much as the next person. Many thanks" Ruth
"Ingrid has a way of creating a space where you feel comfortable and able to express all you are feeling. Ingrid is compassionate, a wonderful listener and has so many tools, modalities and practices under her belt that for me fostered greater self exploration. Her approach gifted me with deeper awareness of my body allowing me to step out of my head and into the present moment, a shift towards self acceptance, a positive change in my relationship with myself and others, and a deepening desire to find and understand myself further. Thank you for all you do." C.L
"I am fussy when it comes to therapists but I have been working with Ingrid for well over a year. Because of the safety I feel with her and the trust I have in that safety, I have been able to openly explore my inner world with her. Through this process of self examination I have been able to uncover continuous patterns and beliefs which keep me stuck and stop me from experiencing my fullest potential. Through this process I have gained self awareness at a greater depth and then been able to challenge and work at making healthier choices when these patterns or beliefs arise in my life. I have grown exponentially since working with Ingrid. I find Ingrid to be professional and empathetic and fluid in her approach during our sessions. I highly recommend Ingrid as your new therapist." Scott
Wow, was not what I expected. I was stuck in areas of my life and Ingrid gave me the perspective and reflected back to me what I was not seeing. Also giving practical tools to use every day. Highly recommended if your stuck and want more greater things in your life" Ivan
"Ingrid is an incredible therapist. She knows how to create a safe space for you and holds that space like no other. She took me on a journey that was so scary to start with but through her authenticity, integrity, great professionalism, her warmth and compassionate nature, I had one of the most extraordinary breakthroughs in my life. Thank you Ingrid" Beatrice
"I really didn't know if I was going to make it through early on there. But I knew you believed in me. You gave me hope. So I hung in there and I've come out the other side a different person. Thank you. I'm so grateful." W.S.
"The quality of Ingrid's presence and listening is second to none. This past year with her has been so healing and activating for me. She helps me see my blind spots in a way that, while confronting at times, is exactly what I need to grow and evolve." Kate
"...I would always end up in toxic relationships. I would convince myself it was my fault, and I just needed to try harder. Working with Ingrid has helped me see it's not all my fault, and that I am worthy of real love." S.B.
"When I found out my husband was cheating on me, I thought a psychologist would just tell me to leave so I avoided seeing one. Instead Ingrid worked with us to look at our dynamic and understand what some of each of out deeper needs were, and also look at how we could communicate better to get our needs met." N.
"It's very hard for me to feel safe to truly open up, but with you I have. I feel like I could tell you anything. Your nurturing warm presence is always there no matter how deep we dive and how raw I get. Eternal gratitude." Sean
"I came to Ingrid to work on my porn addiction that was ruining my life. I couldn't have normal sex anymore. I tried some online courses to quit, but they were all about sticking to a plan, and I never kept to it, which made me feel weak and pathetic. But with Ingrid I never felt judged and she helped me see what was underneath it, and that I didn't need to be ashamed. We actually turned it around much quicker than I thought." Anon.
"I came away from each session feeling so much lighter, like I could confront the next hurdle. In the past 3 months since we've worked together, I feel like I've gone from hope-less to full of hope and self-belief. Through this healing I've found a great girlfriend and left a toxic job for one that gives me meaning and purpose. Thank you Ingrid." Lucas
"Before I met you, my mission was just to get through the day. With all my stuff (I went through as a child) I didn't believe that I could ever feel true joy and happiness. I now know that I can. I've been to a lot of therapists in my time, but none of them saw me and believed in me the way that you do." Jen
"You really helped me get through a tough time, where I wanted to run away from everything that was good for me. With you, I have really looked at those darker shadows. You've helped me re-connect with my body so that I'm not afraid all the time. I'm working again, appreciating life more and know I deserve love just as much as the next person. Many thanks" Ruth
"Ingrid has a way of creating a space where you feel comfortable and able to express all you are feeling. Ingrid is compassionate, a wonderful listener and has so many tools, modalities and practices under her belt that for me fostered greater self exploration. Her approach gifted me with deeper awareness of my body allowing me to step out of my head and into the present moment, a shift towards self acceptance, a positive change in my relationship with myself and others, and a deepening desire to find and understand myself further. Thank you for all you do." C.L
"I am fussy when it comes to therapists but I have been working with Ingrid for well over a year. Because of the safety I feel with her and the trust I have in that safety, I have been able to openly explore my inner world with her. Through this process of self examination I have been able to uncover continuous patterns and beliefs which keep me stuck and stop me from experiencing my fullest potential. Through this process I have gained self awareness at a greater depth and then been able to challenge and work at making healthier choices when these patterns or beliefs arise in my life. I have grown exponentially since working with Ingrid. I find Ingrid to be professional and empathetic and fluid in her approach during our sessions. I highly recommend Ingrid as your new therapist." Scott
Wow, was not what I expected. I was stuck in areas of my life and Ingrid gave me the perspective and reflected back to me what I was not seeing. Also giving practical tools to use every day. Highly recommended if your stuck and want more greater things in your life" Ivan
