About Me
Meet Daniella
Hi, I'm Dani 🍀
I’m a counsellor who values authenticity, respect, and collaboration. Creating a safe, inclusive space is central to my practice, with sessions that are judgement-free, client-led, and centred on what matters most to you.
You’ll also meet Jerry, our cat. He loves jumping in to say hello during Telehealth sessions.
Outside of Counselling, I enjoy reading, swimming, movies, going for walks, basketball, and spending time with my loved ones. As a late-identified autistic and ADHD adult, I bring lived experience to my work and care deeply about helping create a world that genuinely supports neurodivergent people.
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
Clinical Member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (Reg. No. 27230), undertaking ongoing supervision, professional development, and adhering to ethical practice standards
Private Health Registered Provider (Australian Regional Health Group, Bupa, HCF, Medibank)
NDIS Worker Screening: 36868481
Master of Counselling – Monash University
Bachelor of Psychological Sciences – Swinburne University
Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies – Griffith University
Neuroaffirming care means recognising and supporting the full diversity of how minds work. I celebrate difference rather than trying to ‘fix’ it. My approach is strengths-based, and I value each person’s unique way of thinking, feeling and being.
This might look like:
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Communication in the way that works for you: phone, email, text, preferred tone and language
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Session summaries available if helpful
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Optional pre-session email/form to share anything you'd like me to know or set a session plan
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Camera optional in online sessions
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Sensory-friendly space: fidgets, movement, weighted items all welcome
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Lighting, sound and captions adjusted to what feels most comfortable
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Move around, sit, lie down, or walk during sessions
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No pressure to mask: info-dumping, stimming and pauses are all okay (and encouraged!)
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You set the pace. Sessions are built around you