Shelly is an experienced and dedicated professional in the field of counselling and social work, boasting an impressive educational background and a unique therapeutic philosophy. With a bachelor’s degree in social science, a master’s degree in social work, and specialised training in Gestalt Psychotherapy, Shelley’s Qualifications demonstrate her commitment to providing the highest quality of care to her clients.

Her therapeutic philosophy emphasises fostering personal growth and self-awareness, enabling clients to explore new ways of being. Shelly’s approach is present-focused, integrating phenomenology to enhance one’s awareness and relational depth. Self-Awareness and reflective practice are essential skills to develop and engage in on a regular basis as a professional.

Over her 25-year career, Shelly has developed expertise across multiple domains, including mental health, disability, addiction, child protection, youth services, and workplace injury management. Her core values of trust, safety, and personal growth through self-acceptance are evident in her practice.

Shelly is the owner and operator of a thriving private practice, providing supervision for Counsellors, Social Workers, and Allied Health professionals. Shelly is registered NDIS provider and also offers EAP services as well as private counselling, reflecting her deep commitment to mental health support and workplace injury management.

With her extensive experience as a registered provider for Work Cover Qld and a former Work Cover Qld employee, Shelly is exceptionally positioned to support professionals aiming to break into the workplace injury management sector. She specialises in Adjustment to Injury Counselling, facilitating case conferences with medical specialists, and conducting stakeholder meetings involving employers, injured workers, allied health professionals, medical specialists, and GPs.

Shelly’s private counselling reach extends globally, working with clients in the USA, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Canada, and Southeast Asia. Her passion and expertise make her the ideal mentor for those seeking to excel in this field.

Shelly’s client-centered methodology, rooted in Gestalt and Rogerian techniques, creates a supportive environment for professionals seeking supervision. Safety and confidentiality are essential in being able to grow, learn and reflect in a safe non-judgemental supportive setting.  Shelly likes to explore emotions and eliminate limiting self-beliefs. This approach is particularly effective for those experiencing imposture syndrome.  Significant improvements are expected in the first two months of supervision.

In summary, Shelly’s extensive qualifications, profound experience, and empathetic, client-focused approach make her an outstanding professional supervisor. Her ability to guide professionals through their current challenges, discuss ethical practice dilemma’s and foster unique perspectives highlights her exceptional capabilities as a therapist.