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Mariana Pinheiro

About me

I am a professional counsellor registered with the Australian Counselling Association dedicated to child development, a calling I found through Early Childhood Education.

Human development is of the utmost importance. With years of experience in Counselling, my educational background includes a Diploma in Counselling, a Certificate in Child and Youth Counselling, a Certificate in Early Childhood, and specialisations in Family Constellation, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy,  ADHD Management, and Neurofeedback.

Approach

My therapeutic style

​My therapeutic approach is client-led, where the individual chooses the resource or subject to focus on during our session. This is essential for building rapport and engagement. As a counsellor, I act as a compassionate facilitator by creating a safe space and acknowledging each person's experiences and feelings.

 

My work is centered on helping individuals discover who they are, including their character, goals, and personality.

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Using a Person-Centred approach, every step is taken at the individual's own pace. The goal is to empower them to reduce the intensity of negative feelings, regain emotional control, and develop strategies for difficult times.

Therapeutic Approaches

Areas of Counselling

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Child-Centred Play Therapy

  • Child-Led Therapy

  • Person-Centred Therapy

  • Mindfulness Therapy

  • Art as Therapy

  • ADHD Management

  • Neurofeedback

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Adjustment/Transition Issues

  • Stress Management

  • Coping Strategies

  • Parent Coaching

  • Self-worth

  • Trauma

  • Family Challenges

  • Anger and Aggression

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