About Me

For many people, the idea of seeing a counsellor can feel overwhelming. My hope is that after reading this, you'll feel a little more at ease — both about the process of therapy and about me.

I strongly believe in breaking down the traditional barriers of psychology. Too often, therapy is portrayed as intimidating — serious expressions, formal suits, clinical language — and that can make seeking support feel daunting. My mission is to offer therapy that's approachable, personable, and jargon-free, where you feel safe, cared for, and truly understood.

After almost a decade in the corporate world as a sales executive, I found myself searching for work that felt more meaningful. That search led me to psychotherapy, which quickly became my life's calling. I went on to complete a Diploma of Counselling at the University of Canberra and became a qualified counsellor. I believe strong therapeutic relationships are built on trust and rapport — research consistently shows that the quality of the client-therapist relationship is one of the strongest predictors of successful outcomes. I see it as a genuine privilege to be trusted with the most vulnerable parts of a person's life.

As an Australian born in Pakistan, I've lived between two distinct cultures. That journey has given me the chance to reflect on and redefine my own values, beliefs, and sense of purpose, and to shape a worldview that truly resonates with me. This lived experience shapes how I approach therapy, and my deep respect for individual difference.

My work is guided by four core pillars: Respect, Autonomy, Open-mindedness, and celebrating difference. Many values inform my practice, but these are the ones I consider most fundamental. When these pillars are shared between us, therapy has real potential to be meaningful, collaborative, and effective.

My approach to therapy is flexible and evolving, much like the research that underpins the field. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches — including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Talk Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. You don't need to know what any of that means — that's not your job. Mine is to tailor your therapy to what best supports you and aligns with our shared goals.

I bring warmth and authenticity into sessions, including a bit of light humour when it feels right. Clients often describe me as attentive, patient, insightful, warm, and compassionate.

Outside the therapy room, I'm a devoted cat person with an irresistible urge to pat every cat I meet. Living in Melbourne has also turned me into a bit of a coffee snob — that first sip of a piccolo latte remains one of life's simple pleasures. The gym is my happy place, where I love lifting weights and feeling strong, and I also enjoy yin yoga and playing padel whenever I can.

Most of all, I'm really looking forward to meeting you.